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The Leaning Tower of Bologna: Torre Garisenda

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 06/08/2017 - 04:00

“As when one sees the tower called Garisenda from underneath its leaning side...” - Divine Comedy, Inferno, Canto XXXI Pisa is not the only Italian city…

Travel

ferris wheel next to Leaning Tower of Pisa

Large Ferris Wheel Set to Be Installed Next to Pisa’s Leaning Tower

by Silvia Donati | Tue, 03/14/2017 - 06:20

A new ‘attraction’ will soon be opening in Pisa, the Tuscan city famous for its Leaning Tower. The attraction in question is a large ferris wheel, to be…

Culture

In Rome, Nero’s Domus Aurea Comes to Life with 3D Animations

by Silvia Donati | Tue, 03/07/2017 - 09:15

A visit to the recently reopened archeological restoration site of the Domus Aurea in Rome has been enhanced thanks to the introduction of new multimedia…

Culture

FAI Releases List of Italians' 'Cherished' Places to Save

by Silvia Donati | Tue, 02/28/2017 - 05:15

FAI (Fondo Ambiente Italiano), a non-profit organization working to protect and restore Italy's cultural heritage, has released the results of 'I Luoghi del…

Culture

The Essential Guide to Visiting St. Mark’s Square in Venice

by Silvia Donati | Wed, 02/01/2017 - 06:25

A Venice landmark, St. Mark’s Square is the result of a long series of interventions that took place from the 9th century, the time of the first settlement,…

Culture

Rome's Pantheon Entry Fee: Yes or No?

by Silvia Donati | Tue, 01/24/2017 - 06:30

The Pantheon, one of Rome’s most visited monuments, may no longer be free to enter. Italy’s Culture Minister Dario Franceschini has announced the possible…

Culture

10 Brilliant Lombardy Museums and Sights

by John Bensalhia | Thu, 11/24/2016 - 05:42

Photo credit: National Geographic Travel. Lombardy is the place to be if you're looking for a bit of culture and a museum visit or three. Whether it's art,…

Culture

Restored Circus Maximus Reopens to the Public in Rome

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 11/24/2016 - 02:00

The Circus Maximus, the largest stadium in ancient Rome, has reopened to the public after undergoing major restoration that took seven years to complete.…

Lifestyle

Should the Spanish Steps Be Closed Off At Night?

by Silvia Donati | Mon, 09/12/2016 - 08:55

The Spanish Steps are scheduled to reopen on September 21, after a year-long restoration financed by jewelry company Bulgari cleaned Rome’s most famous…

Culture

The Loveliest Villa In Italy?

by Myra Robinson | Tue, 08/23/2016 - 01:27

Those of us who love Italy for its architecture already know about the great Andrea della Gondola, otherwise known as Palladio, and his many beautiful villas…