Top 20 Renaissance Paintings & Frescos In The World
The Renaissance is one of my favorite periods of art history. It gave us some of the world’s most powerful and unforgettable images. From grand frescoes to intimate portraits, these
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Weird, Wild, & Wonderful: A Guide To The Most Unusual Museums
Forget the Louvre. Skip the Smithsonian. There’s a whole world of museums out there that have nothing to do with Impressionism, dinosaurs, or another hall of medieval armor. Instead, this
Guide To Rome’s Church of San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane
San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane is one of the most radical churches in Rome. And also one of the smallest. Designed by the Baroque architect Francesco Borromini, it’s a swirling,
Borromini In Rome: Eccentric Genius Of Baroque Architecture
Francesco Borromini was the greatest architect of the Baroque. His work pushed boundaries, turning classical forms into something fluid, dramatic, and full of life. Baroque architecture was all about movement—curves,
A Walk With Angels: Bernini’s Ponte Sant’Angelo In Rome
If you’re crossing the Tiber River toward Castel Sant’Angelo, you’re walking on history. Emperor Hadrian built this 1,200 year old bridge. It created a direct route from the centro storico of
What To Eat In Rome: The Best Dishes to Try
If I had to pick just one city to eat in for the rest of my life, Rome would win, hands down. I’ve been back plenty of times, and every
Ecstasy Of Saint Teresa: Bernini’s Scandalous Masterpiece
Santa Maria della Vittoria may be just a modest-sized church in Rome. But it houses one of Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s most famous and provocative masterpieces: The Ecstasy of St. Teresa. This
Inside Bernini’s Baroque Gem: Sant’Andrea al Quirinale In Rome
In 1658, Gian Lorenzo Bernini was commissioned to build the third Jesuit church in Rome, Sant’Andrea al Quirinale. As some may know, Bernini wasn’t just a sculptor. He was also
Bernini’s Fountain Of Four Rivers In Piazza Navona
Piazza Navona is one of Rome’s most famous squares, buzzing with life and packed with history. It all started with Emperor Domitian. In 86 AD, he built a massive stadium
15+ Beautiful Libraries In Europe For Literature Lovers
As a self-proclaimed bookworm extraordinaire, one of my absolute favorite things to do in Europe is explore its libraries. Yes, I’m THAT kind of nerdy traveler. These aren’t just places