Tej Rae, author at Romeing Magazine

Tej Rae

Tej Rae is a freelance writer currently living in Rome without a car. One day she hopes to work up the nerve to rent a Vespa. She has written for The Washington Post, BBC Focus on Africa, YogaLife Middle East, Dance Magazine International, and The National in UAE, among others. She has two children and travels with her husband who works for the United Nations.

Events in Rome, Exhibitions4 March 2019<29 May 2019

DREAM: Art meets Dreams

After LOVE(2016) and ENJOY(2017), DREAM completes the third part of the trilogy of exhibitions at Chiostro del Bramante curated by Danilo Eccher.

Features, Historic sites/buildings, Hot Topics / News, Things to See in Rome12 June 2018<3 March 2022

The new SUPER ticket – a deep dive into the Palatine Hill

For €16, the SUPER ticket includes one entrance to the Roman Forum – Palatine, where seven historical sites can be accessed.

Events in Rome, Exhibitions17 March 2018<4 May 2018

Liu Bolin. The Invisible Man at Complesso del Vittoriano

Works by Liu Bolin, the Chinese artist known for self-portraits in which he struggles to distinguish himself from the background, will be on display at Rome’s Complesso del Vittoriano till 1 July 2018.

Events in Rome, Exhibitions8 January 2018<8 January 2018

Home Beirut: Sounding the Neighbors

Till 20 May 2018, MAXXI’s Home Beirut exhibition begs the question: how does a city recover after decades of war – 15 years of civil war from 1975 to 1990, followed by another with Israel in 2006, then by the current Syrian crisis on the border?

Features, Hot Topics / News27 November 2017<24 February 2020

Sponsor a Refugee

The JNRC is the only drop-in center in Rome that feeds, clothes, teaches, and gives legal guidance to about 200 refugees and asylum seekers every day. Give a truly meaningful gift this holiday season.

Events in Rome, Exhibitions18 October 2017<9 June 2023

Hokusai: In the Footsteps of the Master

Till 14 January 2018, the Ara Pacis Museum in Rome will host an exhibition dedicated to Katsushika Hokusai, comprising 200 artworks.

Features, Neighbourhoods of Rome27 September 2017<8 September 2023

Rome’s Monteverde Neighbourhood

Rome’s Monteverde begins where Trastevere ends. It’s an escape, a retreat, a place to recharge while hiding from the noise and hustle of the city below.

Exhibitions, Weekend Getaway from Rome20 June 2017<20 June 2017

57th Venice Bienniale – Viva Arte Viva

On May 13th, Viva Arte Viva, the 57th Venice Biennale, opened its doors, and this year, migration is one of the dominant themes.

Features, Hot Topics / News27 April 2017<13 August 2023

Pockets of Hope for Rome’s Growing Migrant Population

The refugee and migrant crisis in Italy continues to grow, aided only by a handful of humanitarian organizations.

Features, Hot Topics / News6 April 2017<7 April 2017

Survival tips for the intrepid Roman tourist

Being a tourist shouldn’t be a difficult task. Here are some simple tips to enhance your experience of Rome.

Features, Hot Topics / News14 February 2017<15 February 2017

Parli inglese? How to get around Rome if you don’t speak Italian

Rome is one of the few remaining European capitals where English speakers can’t get away with speaking more loudly, hoping to be understood.