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Of Obelisks and Pachyderms: Bernini’s Elephant in Piazza della Minerva
Discover the full story behind the charming marble elephant designed by Baroque master Gianlorenzo Bernini to support an obelisk before the Roman church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva.
Sun 18 Apr 2021
Triumph and Tragedy in Rome’s Jewish Ghetto: In Search of Europe’s Oldest Jewish Community
The story of the Jewish Ghetto in Rome is a fascinating tale: both for its atmospheric beauty and its frequently tragic history, the quarter is one of Rome’s most enduringly fascinating areas. Discover it with us.
Tue 13 Apr 2021
The House of the Vestal Virgins in the Roman Forum
Uncover the fascinating lives of the Vestal Virgins, ancient Rome's most powerful women whose solemn task to was to keep the eternal flame alight in the Roman Forum's Temple of Vesta.
Tue 23 Mar 2021
The Best Florence Tours
A visit to Florence is a journey back in time, as the city centre remains virtually unchanged since the Renaissance, when it was home to geniuses such as Michelangelo and Leonardo Da Vinci. From the masterpieces of the Uffizi Gallery to the breathtaking magnificence of the Duomo, Florence never fails to enchant its visitors. On our Florence tours you’ll learn about the fascinating history of the city and the people who lived, loved, fought and died there; as well as being at the centre of the artistic revolution of the Renaissance, Florence was also home to the mighty Medici dynasty, who ruled over the city and influenced its cultural life for centuries.