Have you ever had the chance to walk around an ancient Roman city with a tragic story? You can at Pompeii! It’s one of the largest and best-preserved archeological sites on Earth, with a huge amount to see and millions of annual visitors. If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry. In this guide, we’ll […]
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Did you know that June 29th is St. Peter and Paul’s Day, an important feast day in the Catholic church? Roman schools and banks are closed and the city celebrates with both religious and secular festivities. Check out this blog to learn more about the two saints who are celebrated on this major Roman holiday. […]
In the late 19th century, the Vatican was an island surrounded by an enemy country, Italy. Pope Leo XIII was practically a prisoner inside the Vatican walls and to cheer himself up, he created the Candelabra Gallery. In this guide, learn the history of the Vatican Gallery of the Candelabra and the most important works […]
The Vatican is home to thousands of works of art. Among all of its beautiful spaces, the Vatican’s biggest exposition area is the Pio Clementino Museum. In this guide to the top things to see in the Pio Clementino Museum, discover its history a little bit better and see what this space has to offer. […]
Alexander VI Borgia was arguably the most scandalous Pope that the papacy ever had. The Borgia Apartments are now included in the Vatican Museums, which is a highlight of many of our Vatican tours. In this guide, you can find some background information on the private Borgia Apartments and how to visit these exquisite rooms. […]