Emperor Trajan’s Market, or more casually the World’s First Shopping Mall, has been converted into Rome’s newest museum. The Imperial Forums Museum opened in the fall of 2007 following two years of extensive renovations. Read the rest »
It’s always amazing to see history integrated so thoroughly in Italian architecture, but the mother church of Siracusa is truly a gem of architecture. Read the rest »
About 50 miles outside of Rome is Pescasseroli, a very popular and picturesque resort, ideally situated in natural surroundings. While the resort itself is certainly worthy of a visit, the surrounding park is what should really draw you to the area. Read the rest »
Once you’ve mastered the art of driving in Italy, you’re ready for your very own driving tour. Guided tours and buses offer you many opportunities to see Italy’s finest, but nothing can compare to being able to explore on your own at your leisure. Read the rest »
The Palazzo Grassi in Venice is hosting an exhibition of artwork from the Roman Empire’s most challenging time. The show includes three floors of archaeological finds that show the coming together and the falling apart of societies as the Roman Empire expanded into Asia and Eastern Europe. Read the rest »
The Terme di Saturnia Golf Course, a wonderful sports surface that stretches over 100 hectares, is one of the major attractions offered by the Terme di Saturnia hot springs, a noted thermal complex in the Maremma. Read the rest »
Known as the “Green Oasis of Trentino”, the Val di Sole’s name is not simply a coincidence, as the sun is the main protagonist in making this valley one of the best in the world. Read the rest »