You’ve almost certainly never seen anything like Rome's Capuchin Crypt. It’s a historic, world-famous, and downright eerie “Church of Bones” – unlike any other attraction in the country. If you’re curious about this place, we’ve got the inside scoop on this one-of-a-kind wonder, ensuring you get the absolute most out of your visit. What Is [...]
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The Quartiere Coppedè Rome Italy is an off the tourist trail attraction in the Trieste district of the city. This pleasant and underrated attraction - which at first glance may seem like a bunch of random buildings - is actually an architecturally planned collection of 45 units designed by the architect Gino Coppedè. The Short [...]
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David by Bernini is a classic, life-size sculpture of the hero David from the story of David and Goliath. Depicted using his famous sling, it is housed in the Galleria Borghese in Rome and offers a different interpretation of the character than other historical statues. About the Artist Bernini Gian Lorenzo Bernini was born in [...]
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The Borghese Gallery certainly packs a punch! There is so much to see under one roof. To help get your bearings, here are some Borghese Gallery artworks you definitely must lay eyes on during your visit. That means, if you have to skip the rest, you have at least covered the top gems that this [...]
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Created very early in the 16th century - around 1505 – Raphael’s Young Woman With Unicorn has a pretty interesting backstory. At first glance, however, the only interesting thing about it may be that the woman in the painting is holding a cute little unicorn. But did you know that the unicorn was “magically” revealed [...]
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This beautifully restored (2019) tomb was commissioned by the Emperor of Rome at the time - Augustus - in 29BC. A sprawling site and imposing building located on the banks of the Tiber, the Mausoleum of Augustus is a little-known treasure in Rome, and it is well worth a visit! Especially now that it has [...]
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The famous Rape of Proserpina statue was created by a young Bernini – at the age of just 23! It depicts Proserpina – a Roman goddess often associated with freedom – being kidnapped and carried off the underworld in the arms of Pluto. The sculpture is one of many great works on display at the [...]
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The Palazzo del Quirinale is the only presidential residence actually located in Rome. One of three such buildings -another is found about 25 minutes from the city, with a third being located in Naples. The Quirinale Palace gets its name from the hill upon which it is located - the Quirinale Hill, which is Rome’s [...]
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The gorgeous Porta Pia gate is located within the Aurelian Walls, and marks the beginning of the Via Nomentana. Located on the northern edge of the ancient part of the city, the design of the gate is striking, and it also serves a functional purpose. But there is more - Not only is the gate [...]
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The Piazza di Spagna Rome is one of the most well-known squares in the Eternal City - and that’s no mean feat. Whilst it may not hold the top spot - that goes perhaps to the Piazza Navona or the not-officially-in-Rome St Peter’s Square, the Piazza di Spagna has its own special attractions. Let’s uncover [...]
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