Mercato di Campo de’ Fiori: discover Rome’s oldest Market
Considered to be the oldest market in Rome, Mercato di Campo De’ Fiori colors the streets of Piazza Navona from Mondays to Saturdays from 7:00 AM to 02:00 PM since 1869, when it was first held. At first, Mercato di Campo de’ Fiori was only selling fruits and vegetables but,
Discover the Magic of Libreria Acqua Alta: Venice’s Hidden Gem
The city of Venice is filled with many hidden gems and beauties that are oftentimes hard to spot but incredibly satisfying to find. A place that we believe fits perfectly in this category is Libreria Acqua Alta. This magical place is a library that keeps all of its books in
Discovering the Square Colosseum: from Fascist symbol to Modern Architecture:
Walking through the EUR district in the Eternal City of Rome, you may have noticed a curious building… we’re talking about Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana, also officially called Palazzo della Civiltà del Lavoro, but commonly referred to as Colosseo Quadrato ( the Square Colosseum). This building was designed by Giovanni
Discover Fontana del Porcellino: Legends and Traditions at Loggia del Mercato Nuovo
Located in the heart of Florence, Loggia del Mercato Nuovo, also known as the Loggia del Porcellino, is a historical Florentine building. This building is considered to be National Artistic Heritage as it appears in the list made in 1901 by the Directorate General of Accademia delle Belle Arti. Let’s
Experience Authentic Rome: the Porta Portese Flea Market
The city of Rome is, thanks to its monuments, history and art, filled with beauty at every corner. When you visit the Eternal City for the first time, it’s important to go to the most beloved tourist attractions, such as the Colosseum, the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain and many more
Explore the artistic legacy of Palazzo Fortuny: a must-visit Museum in Venice
Located in the heart of Venice, more precisely in the San Marco district, Palazzo Fortuny is a Venetian Museum that was originally called “Palazzo Pesaro degli Orfei”. It then got its name from Mariano Fortuny y Madrazo, its last owner. Nowadays it belongs to the Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia.
Discover the Barracco Museum: Exploring Ancient Sculptures in Rome
Located in Piccola Farnesina in Rome, the Barracco Museum of Antique Sculpture is a museum that houses Giovanni Barracco’s collection, donated by Barracco himself to the city of Rome in 1902. Filled with works of art from all over the world, like Assyrian, Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek and Roman art, this
Uncover Venice’s Architectural Marvel: The Church of San Zaccaria
Located in the heart of Venice, right in Campo San Zaccaria and southeast of St. Mark’s Square, the Church of San Zaccaria is a monastic church built in the XV century in honor of the father of John the Baptist, St. Zechariah. Even though this destination is not very popular
Pigneto District in Rome: A Local’s Guide to the Trendiest Neighborhood
Filled with exciting adventures and located between Porta Maggiore and via Prenestina, the Pigneto district in Rome is one of the most popular locations amongst locals, but surprisingly not as popular amongst tourists. This may be because there’s very little information out there for tourists to actually understand and be
Discover the Secrets of Palazzo Vecchio: Florence’s Iconic Town Hall
Located in Florence, Palazzo Vecchio (the Old Palace) is considered to be the town hall of the city. It’s located near Piazza della Signoria, right next to Loggia dei Lanzi and a copy of Michelangelo’s infamous David. This palace was originally named “Palazzo della Signoria” and its name changed multiple
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