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Cats from Rome {Italy}

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trevi fountain postcard

When in Rome last year, I stumbled upon these beautiful postcards by Giancarlo Gasponi.

The first cat poses near the Trevi Fountain. If you saw the movie La Dolce Vita, you'll probably remember the scene in which Anita Ekberg strolls into the Trevi Fountain as Marcello Mastroianni pursues her. It's one of the most famous scenes in film history.

The cat in the second picture makes itself at home in front of the Colosseum. Apparently, the Colosseum is home to about 200 cats, all of which are being fed and pampered daily. However, I didn't see a single feline when I was there.

The building behind the third cat is the tomb of the Roman Emperor Hadrian: St. Angel's Castle, also known as Castel Sant'Angelo or Castle of the Holy Angel.

Have you ever been to Rome? What are your favorite places here?

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Also, thank you to author H.L. Burke (Thaddeus Whiskers and the Dragon, Beggar Magic, Dragon's Curse, and many other books) for presenting Traveling Cats with the Versatile Blogger Award. 

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69 comments:

  1. Karren HallerApril 29, 2015 at 7:10 AM

    Fabulous photos, beautiful cats!!

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  2. Tiffany's Diamond DogsApril 29, 2015 at 7:19 AM

    Beautiful photos! The cats are posing perfectly.

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  3. IndyApril 29, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    Great pictures! The photograph waited probably a long time or was lucky enough to find the cats in front of such beautiful architectural places!

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  4. stevebethereApril 29, 2015 at 7:38 AM

    Cute kitties heheh! nice pics

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  5. NCSueApril 29, 2015 at 7:53 AM

    Very cool photos - and the kitties are definitely cuties!
    Please come link up at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2015/04/french-corner-bakery.html

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  6. Christy PawsApril 29, 2015 at 7:59 AM

    We love learning about kitties in other countries!

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  7. UnknownApril 29, 2015 at 8:29 AM

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  8. Nancy ChanApril 29, 2015 at 8:29 AM

    Good capture of the cats' pose. Have a great day.

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  9. Rosa @ Cat Lady ConfidentialApril 29, 2015 at 8:30 AM

    These photos are stunning! I would love to visit Rome - it's a city so full of history!

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  10. Little Miss TitchApril 29, 2015 at 9:28 AM

    Beautiful kitties ,as always,xx Rachel

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  11. BirdieApril 29, 2015 at 9:39 AM

    I always like how all the cats look like they own the place. Maybe they do?

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  12. Ginny HartzlerApril 29, 2015 at 10:09 AM

    It is a tour of Rome with cats! I LOVE it. Beautiful, extravagant, and lush. My favorite is the Trevi fountain, everything about it is beautiful. Love the colors and the green water. Actually, they are all just stunning!!

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  13. UnknownApril 29, 2015 at 10:31 AM

    What fun photos!

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  14. When the Cat is AwayApril 29, 2015 at 11:34 AM

    I'm always glad when your blog shows up in my RSS reader! It's funny that you're showing Rome today; my sister has taken some days off to visit this city. I've never been there, but I liked other Italian cities a lot.

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  15. ElaApril 29, 2015 at 11:45 AM

    They are very photogenic !!

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  16. MaryApril 29, 2015 at 11:49 AM

    I love to see cats in other countries. I have photographed them at Lake Como, Italy. Strasbourg, France, Florence, Italy.

    I love how they sit and watch us long before we see them!

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  17. Debra She Who SeeksApril 29, 2015 at 11:57 AM

    We saw a feral cat at the Colosseum in Rome. He was posing for pictures on the stump of an ancient column. He was the highlight of my visit there!

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  18. TarynApril 29, 2015 at 1:11 PM

    Cool!

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  19. syros2jsApril 29, 2015 at 1:29 PM

    Furry candies from Mediterranean!!
    ;-)
    Hugs and kisses, sweetheart!

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  20. da tabbies o trout towneApril 29, 2015 at 2:18 PM

    anda veree good evening two everee one in rome !!! meowloz frum all oh uz in de land oh trout ♥♥♥

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  21. CATachresisApril 29, 2015 at 2:21 PM

    I didn't know that about the Colosseum!! Beautiful!

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  22. RobinApril 29, 2015 at 2:43 PM

    These photos are so cool! Rome has such beautiful pieces of history. The cats in the photos look like they are doing well too. Beautiful!

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  23. Magic Love CrowApril 29, 2015 at 2:53 PM

    What gorgeous pictures! I have been to Rome and loved it all ;o)

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  24. DMSApril 29, 2015 at 5:00 PM

    Beautiful cats and scenery! I haven't been to Rome- but it is on my list of places I'd like to visit.

    200 cats at the Colosseum. That sounds like a lot! :)
    ~Jess

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  25. L. Diane WolfeApril 29, 2015 at 5:09 PM

    Those are such majestic shots!!

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  26. Mystery CaseApril 29, 2015 at 5:36 PM

    What gorgeous cats and photos.

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  27. meowmeowmansApril 29, 2015 at 7:18 PM

    Aw, these kitties are all so beautiful. And what a place for them to live!

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  28. UnknownApril 29, 2015 at 11:31 PM

    that's look quite awesome, impressive work you have done so far. , Adopt a dog

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  29. The Daily Pip April 30, 2015 at 3:28 AM

    I love LOVE LOVE the cats of Rome. I visited them about 10 years ago, but hope to return again soon. These pictures brought back many wonderful memories.

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  30. Cat and DOG Chat With CarenApril 30, 2015 at 4:55 AM

    the scenery in these photos is just amazing!

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  31. AnonymousApril 30, 2015 at 6:20 AM

    Really beautiful pictures!

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  32. Pam and Teddy April 30, 2015 at 6:30 AM

    What gorgeous photos and the cats are perfect "accents" to the lovely sights in Rome. I was last there in 1990 and don't remember seeing one cat in the Colisseum but I'm glad the ones that are there are being pampered! We loved everything about Rome....the people, the food, the incredible "history" around every corner.....AND the beautiful weather in September!

    Pam and Sam

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  33. UnknownApril 30, 2015 at 7:45 AM

    Oh wow, these are fantastic photos!
    ღ husky hugz ღ frum our pack at Love is being owned by a husky!

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  34. BeaApril 30, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    Beautiful pictures :)

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  35. Julie FlandersApril 30, 2015 at 10:27 AM

    I love the way the first kitty kind of acts like he owns that fountain. :D
    I've never been to Rome. One of these days.

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  36. TBMApril 30, 2015 at 10:41 AM

    Stunning photos. I haven't been to Rome, but it's on my list!

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  37. ClooneyApril 30, 2015 at 12:10 PM

    Unbelievably gorgeous!

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  38. HisiableueApril 30, 2015 at 12:36 PM

    J'aime particulièrement la 2ème photo.
    Je ne suis jamais allée à Rome. Pourtant l'Italie n'est pas si loin d'où j'habite.

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  39. AnonymousApril 30, 2015 at 1:49 PM

    Mooie foto's weer, TC en wat zijn ze weer lief, de poesjes. Wij zijn twee keer in Rome geweest, toen mijn zus er nog woonde. Villa Borghese en vele andere parken, de fonteinen...ik heb zoveel moois gezien, teveel om op te noemen. Fijn weekend :) <3

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  40. The Island CatsApril 30, 2015 at 2:11 PM

    What beautiful photos! The mom has never been to Rome but would love to go one day.

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  41. Amila @Leisure and MeApril 30, 2015 at 3:40 PM

    Very beautiful photos.These cats are posing well

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  42. Heather G.April 30, 2015 at 8:03 PM

    Love seeing cats around the world. Thanks for sharing.

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  43. AnonymousMay 1, 2015 at 1:23 AM

    Wiff all da pasta wound there why awe da kitties so skinny. Sowry but weez like to see a little meat on ow kitties and al these udder countwies have da skinniest kitties we evew did see. Weez finkin' they might wegister as malnourished here. MOL

    Luv ya'

    Dezi and Lexi

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  44. TamagoMay 1, 2015 at 8:40 AM

    What beautiful post cards! I've been to Colosseum but I don't remember seeing kitty, either. But it was years and years ago.

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  45. Riot KittyMay 1, 2015 at 9:03 PM

    How sweet! I have been to Trevi Fountain, but I haven't seen that movie.

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  46. eileeninmdMay 2, 2015 at 4:02 AM

    Oh wow, these traveling kitties sure do see some fabulous and famous sights.. Beautiful images. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post.. Have a happy weekend!

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  47. TexWisGirlMay 2, 2015 at 7:48 AM

    very beautiful!

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  48. UnknownMay 2, 2015 at 9:57 AM

    Gorgeous photos! We went to Rome on our honeymoon.

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  49. Anne PayneMay 2, 2015 at 11:42 AM

    Great images! I thought maybe you took your kitties on a trip with you. :)
    I have not been overseas at all but I sure would love to see Ireland.

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  50. PatMay 2, 2015 at 12:57 PM

    Lovely captures.

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  51. Deb BarnesMay 2, 2015 at 4:18 PM

    Stunning!

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  52. A Colorful WorldMay 2, 2015 at 5:14 PM

    LUCKY cats! And they don't even know it! :-)

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  53. pamMay 2, 2015 at 7:35 PM

    I love these!!! I would love it if you would link up to Happy Caturday at Sidewalk Shoes!

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  54. TomMay 3, 2015 at 2:37 AM

    WOW!!! Tom The Backroads Traveller

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  55. ifthethunderdontgetya™³²®©May 3, 2015 at 6:04 AM

    Such sophisticated kitties!
    ~

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  56. Margaret Birding For PleasureMay 3, 2015 at 9:17 AM

    What wonderful shots of the buildings and ofcoursse the Kitties.

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  57. GracitaMay 3, 2015 at 12:50 PM

    Que imagens lindas adornadas por estes belos felinos
    Beijos e uma boa semana

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  58. HuldraMay 4, 2015 at 9:18 AM

    No, I`ve never been there, but oh-how I want to! Lovelly pictures :D

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  59. The Florida FurkidsMay 5, 2015 at 12:33 AM

    Mom didn't see any kitties in Rome. She did have plans to go to the big cat sanctuary but never had time.

    The Florida Furkids

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  60. Cathy KeishaMay 5, 2015 at 11:12 AM

    Never been to Rome but I kinda like the music!

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  61. WyattMay 5, 2015 at 7:24 PM

    Lovely pictures. My scrapbook photos of Rome have a few pictures of Colosseum cats. My favorite, was a picture of a cat on a Vespa seat.

    Wyatt

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  62. Michelle Stockard MillerMay 6, 2015 at 9:10 PM

    These are gorgeous shots! Lovely. I so hope to visit Rome some day. One of my dreams.

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  63. Michelle BobbyannMay 7, 2015 at 5:11 AM

    It's nice to know that the cats are being pampered and cared for. Like everyone else, I dream of Rome! Looks gorgeous x
    Bobbyanne
    PromisingBeauty.blogspot

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  64. Fundy BlueMay 8, 2015 at 7:53 PM

    Lovely cat photos. I haven't been to Rome or any part of Italy. I'm longing to go. My husband has been there and returned to tell me that I should have been born Italian! Thanks for sharing!

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  65. gerdaYDMay 9, 2015 at 2:10 AM

    Wow, jij gaf aan deze mooie monumenten beslist iets extra door er deze mooie katten voor te zetten... toppertjes Vanessa!

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  66. Small KucingMay 13, 2015 at 3:15 AM

    Lovely snap. The first two cats looks the same

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