Rome is a city where it seems there are more fountains and sculptures per square meter than people, so the fact that the Trevi Fountain has become a true icon speaks volumes about its beauty and grandeur. This Baroque fountain ...
Dubbed the “cradle of Italian liberty,” the “Capital of the Alps,” and the “Magic City,” Turin lives up to its many nicknames. Nestled at the foot of the Alps in northwestern Italy, Torino, as is known in Italian, is a ...
Treviso is a charming Italian city in the northeastern Veneto region. It offers many reasons to visit. Known for its picturesque canals, stunning architecture, and delicious cuisine, Treviso is an ideal destination for travelers seeking a slice of authentic Italy. ...
Pisa is best known for its iconic Leaning Tower, considered by many foreigners the most recognizable place in Italy. This city in the heart of Tuscany was an ancient naval base in the Roman Age. Today, it is a center ...
During my latest trip to Turin, a city in northwest Italy situated on the banks of the Po River and at the foot of the Alps near the borders with France and Switzerland, I discovered that it’s one of Italy’s ...
The Castel Sant’Elmo (Saint Elmo Castle) is a military fortress perched atop Vomero Hill in Naples, which has transitioned from its defensive role to become a premier panoramic spot and the city’s foremost observation point. Visiting Castel Sant’Elmo: An Unmissable ...
Italy is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful countries in the world. So, it’s no surprise that the streets of its many picturesque and photo-ready cities have often served as the perfect backdrop for iconic movies and music videos. As ...
The history of the Island of Capri goes back to the Roman Empire when it was “discovered” by Augustus, though many years later, excavations proved that it’d been inhabited since way before that, around the Bronze Age. Over the years, ...
How many times have you heard a city call itself the “Venice of the (geographical region)“? Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but we can positively tell you there’s nothing like the original. Famous for being one of ...
The Vatican Museums, which trace their origin to the single sculpture of Laocoön acquired in 1506 by Pope Julius II, were officially founded in the Papal Palace by Pope Clement XIV in 1771 and expanded by Pope Pius VI. Today, ...