Whether biking to castles or kayaking through gorges, a trip centred on this river is the epitome of European romance.

With glittering treasures from Siena’s golden age at every turn, this outstanding exhibition at The National Gallery in London is the first outside of continental Europe to consider the major role tha ...

In the hands of Baroque painters, the Genesis account of Isaac, Jacob, and Rebekah becomes more than a tale of deception — it ...

As one of the largest Roman theaters still standing and an amazing ... the intersection of art and power, the development of Rome as the center of an empire, and the role of city-making in history.

When we think of the Renaissance era in Western Europe our thoughts generally tend towards the opulence and wealth of ruling ...

Had enough of the crowds? Once you’ve seen Rome, consider a day trip to these lesser known but no less beautiful towns for ...

Watch an opera at the Arena, one of the world’s largest surviving ancient Roman amphitheaters ... fortified castle built to ...