In keeping with the Italian, and especially the Tuscan pattern, the cathedral of Florence (Santa Maria del Fiore) consists of three independent elements: baptistery, campanile and dome. The baptistery of St John, which was originally a cathedral, is the [...]
Lake Como, one of the world's finest locations. Located in Italy it is one of the most popular sites to visit. Lake Como, also known as Lario meaning lake in Latin is a lake located in Lombardy [...]
A brief history of Florence The Romans were the founders of Florence. Realizing the importance of a thoroughfare towards the Po plain, Ceasar in 59 B.C. ordered the establishment of a colony on the north bank of the Arno. The [...]
Every country has its famous cities and landmarks that tourists visit. However, sometimes we don't want the hustle and bustle of over-crowded tourist spots. Sometimes it's better to find those hidden gems which offer a more authentic [...]
Italians take their food very seriously, and almost every Roman family eats out at least once a week, usually on Sundays. A great deal of fun can be had from trying out different surroundings for lunch and dinner, and sampling various [...]
