History

Learn all about the fascinating stories and personalities that have shaped the course of history in the world's greatest cities, from Rome to Barcelona and beyond.

Going Underground in Rome

Beneath the streets of Rome are underground rivers, quarries, temples, and countless bodies. If you ...

Fri 16 Dec 2016

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Art Nudity and Controversy in the Sistine Chapel

Nudity and Controversy in the Sistine Chapel

Nudity, demons, and Hell in art have been a topic of debate. With great art comes great risk. The ...

Thu 15 Dec 2016

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The Domus Aurea: Nero's pleasure palace in Rome

Nero's Golden House: read about the story of its Palace of endless beauty and complexity, its redisc ...

Wed 14 Dec 2016

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Rome Birthday predated to 6th century BC

It never fails to surprise us the history of Rome, constantly updated by the finds brought to light ...

Wed 28 Dec 2016

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Some Underground Places in Rome

It never fails to surprise us the history of Rome, constantly updated by the finds brought to light ...

Wed 28 Dec 2016

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Hundreds of Little Fountains in Rome

Who wouldn’t love to turn water into wine? Although it seems inconceivable, a few years ago, wine ...

Wed 28 Dec 2016

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Nightlife & Dailylife in Rome and the Vatican

By day, Romans can enjoy an espresso and hit the markets for all their shopping needs. By night, ...

Wed 28 Dec 2016

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Art Scipione Borghese and its Gallery

Scipione Borghese and its Gallery

The Villa Borghese Gardens and museum has one of the most jaw-dropping collections of art in the ...

Wed 28 Dec 2016

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Most Famous Hollywood Movies Shot in Rome

Rome has been the famed spot of the silver screen since the early days of motion pictures. With ...

Wed 28 Dec 2016

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Ancient Pompeii: Italy’s calling card

It's cities like Pompeii which bring thousands of visitors to Italy every day. It is the death, ...

Wed 28 Dec 2016

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Crypta Neapolitana and the legend of Virgil’s Tomb

Medieval legend has it that a tunnel was carved to connect Naples to Via Domitiana and the Appian ...

Wed 28 Dec 2016

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Religious Relics in Rome

From pieces of the True Cross, pieces of the table from the Last Supper, to tombs, bones, even finge ...

Wed 28 Dec 2016

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