{"id":120174,"date":"2023-10-19T12:40:36","date_gmt":"2023-10-19T12:40:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yourclomid.com\/?p=120174"},"modified":"2023-10-19T12:40:36","modified_gmt":"2023-10-19T12:40:36","slug":"europes-most-famous-square-slammed-as-overhyped-by-disappointed-visitors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yourclomid.com\/world-news\/europes-most-famous-square-slammed-as-overhyped-by-disappointed-visitors\/","title":{"rendered":"Europes most famous square slammed as overhyped by disappointed visitors"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Piazza Navona, one of Europe’s most iconic squares located in the heart of Rome, has long been touted as a must-see destination for travellers.<\/p>\n

However, recent TripAdvisor reviews suggest that visitors are increasingly finding themselves underwhelmed by what is supposed to be a highlight of their Roman experience.<\/p>\n

One TripAdvisor user expressed their disappointment, saying: “Bit disappointed, nice fountains at either end and a good church frontage but just a bit dull, might have been because it was raining but there is a McDonald’s just off it so…”<\/p>\n

The sentiment was echoed by another reviewer who felt that there wasn’t much to see or do, mentioning overpriced restaurants with indifferent staff and uninspiring fountains.<\/p>\n

“I walked through here many times during the 10 days we were in Rome and just was underwhelmed. Much preferred the vibe at Trevi,” they wrote.<\/p>\n

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Another visitor commented on the square’s potential but noted the wasted space and lackluster variety among the restaurants and bars.<\/p>\n

They wrote: “Nice place to sit and watch the world go by, and can imagine in the summer it is very busy.<\/p>\n

“However, in February, there is a lot of wasted space and restaurants\/bars serving basically the same menu. Slightly overhyped apart from the centrepiece fountain and obelisk.”<\/p>\n

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Piazza Navona, renowned for its Baroque architecture, stunning fountains, and vibrant atmosphere, has historically been a favourite among tourists.<\/p>\n

The central feature of the square is the Fountain of the Four Rivers, designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, and the Egyptian obelisk adorned with the Pamphili family emblem.<\/p>\n

Surrounded by restaurants, cafes, and art galleries, the square has been a hub for both locals and tourists alike.<\/p>\n