Rome

Founded in 753 B.C., capital of Italy, base for the Roman Catholic church, 280 fountains, 900 churches, the world's oldest and second largest university, the colossal colosseum, floral urban parks, the river Tiber and seven hills. Secure a restored Rome apartment overlooking the Spanish steps or minutes from the Forum and you can have the sweetest of lives.

An epic and energetic city, Rome connects the centuries. The sheer scale and ingenuity of the Colosseum may only be surpassed by the beauty of the Vatican museums, St Peter's basilica and square and the soul enhancing Sistine chapel. Stumble upon the Pantheon, climb Palatine Hill for those unforgettable photos, then escape the bustle into the neat green gardens of Villa Borghese. From your luxury accommodation in Rome hail a taxi and travel the ancient Roman road of Via Appia Antica and then of course don't forget the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona and the cool Campo de Fiori. Exhausted? Recuperate in the cafes, boutiques, bars and ice cream parlours. And then dress up- Rome at night is magnificent, softly illuminated and incandescent. Walk past the Castel Sant Angelo, meander around eclectic Travestere, have a negroni in a roof top bar and then walk the river side. Rome offers the most natural stage for proposals, its up to you to pick the question.