Baiae once served as the ultimate escape for Rome’s wealthiest citizens, a coastal retreat where politics faded into the ...

This city in southeastern France is known for its ancient history and legendary culinary scene — but it’s also worth visiting for its forward-looking green initiatives and young chefs who aren’t ...

Alexander the Great conquered the region around 329 B.C.E., leaving behind Greek and Macedonian settlers who intermarried ...

Over centuries, artists and censors have employed the humble fig leaf to cover the penis – including on Michelangelo’s ...

A first-hand account of a late-night journey that reveals the city's Soviet past, everyday rhythms, and unexpected warmth.

The remains of the only basilica designed by Vitruvius have been confirmed in Fano, connecting his classic text with real ...

The historic 1928 building at 73 W. Flagler St. has been vacated. See photos of what it looked like right before it closed.

As the cool breeze lingers over the country's heartland, Türkiye dons its winter best and prepares to impress.Ancient ...

If you are trying to travel beyond landscape and cuisine and looking to spend time with the ancient past, Pompeii stands apart as a place that can put you right inside the heart of the ancient ...

Milan and Cortina will be the first cohost cities in Olympic history, setting the stage for a diverse Games that will ...

“The two figures evoked—our heavenly Mother and the first Latin American Saint, Rose of Lima—lead us to the theme of holiness,” said the Pope. He recalled the Second Vatican Council’s call for all of ...

You may feel you’ve already seen all the highlights of Europe, yet there are still lesser-known corners waiting to be explored. With its rich culture, striking landscapes and deep history, the ...