Roman Emperors by Place of Birth
Where Roman Emperors were born Birthplaces of Roman Emperors from Augustus (27 BC) to Theodosius (395 AD) This list considers Roman emperors from the beginning of … Read more
Pompeii: Discovered a tomb with mummified human remains
Mummified remains, along with the hair and bones of an individual buried in an ancient tomb have been found at the necropolis of Porta Sarno, … Read more
What are the most poisonous animals in Italy?
The Most Poisonous Animals in Italy How common are spider bites in Italy and are there any other poisonous species you should be aware of? … Read more
12 Iconic Animals in Italy and Where to Find Them
Top destinations for wildlife spotting in Italy Given its variety of landscapes, it comes as no surprise that Italy is home to an incredible richness of … Read more
The curious history of the Republic of Rose Island, a micronation on a man-made platform off the coast of Italy
Facts & history of the Republic of Roses Island built by Italian engineer Giorgio Rosa, who made himself its president and declared it an independent … Read more
The bizarre Tyrolean Skull Puppets (1850 – 1945)
The unique Skull Puppets made in Val Gardena, South Tyrol. These heads were handcrafted in series from the first half of the 19th century until … Read more
The top things to see and do in Puglia: what to see in Apulia, Italy
History and nature, art, cuisine, and breathtaking beaches: discover Apulia and all the wonders it has to offer! Apulia is one of the most beautiful … Read more
30+ Unsettling Posters of the Italian Fascist Propaganda
Fascist Propaganda Posters The Italian fascist regime soon understood the importance of communication and propaganda. The Fascist government made extensive use of propaganda to “inspire” … Read more
Facts, Images & History of the Appian Way
The Appian Way is one of the earliest and most important Roman roads of the ancient republic that changed the culture of Ancient Rome. The … Read more
Facts, Images & History of the Carnival and the Masks of Venice
The Carnival and the Masks of Venice: Mistery, Illusion & Seduction Masks have always been used in the ancient tradition of Greek theatre, in the … Read more
15 of the Most Unsettling and Gruesome Paintings in Italian Art History
The most brutal paintings in Italian Art History We’ve made a list of ten of the most violent and terrifying art pieces in Italian art. Since ancient times, … Read more
66 Amazing Old Pictures of Italy, 1860-1920
100-Year-Old Photos Capture Authentic Daily Life in Italy. These evocative snapshots of Italy were taken by American photographers and come from the Library of Congress … Read more
The Valley of the Temples in Sicily, Facts, History & Pictures
The Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, Italy The Valley of the Temples is an archaeological site in Agrigento (ancient Greek Akragas), Sicily. The Valley of … Read more
History & Images of the Roman Theatre in Aosta, Italy
Roman Theatre, Aosta The Roman Theatre in Aosta is an ancient building built a few decades after the foundation of the Aosta, in 25 BC … Read more
The Mithraeum of San Clemente in Rome: an underground temple devoted to Mithras
The Mithraeum of San Clemente in Rome The Mithraeum is a building from the Roman imperial period buried several meters below the Basilica of San … Read more