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Michelangelo and Fra Angelico: Two Renaissance Greats Who Died on the Same Day

Michelangelo and Fra Angelico were Italian Renaissance artists who died on the same day (many years apart).

“Leonardo” TV Series Brings the Renaissance Master to Life

"Leonardo," a new dramatic series starring Aidan Turner and Freddie Highmore, explores the life and genius of Leonardo da Vinci.

Renew Yourself With Lessons from the Renaissance

"Your Renaissance" by Maura Garau mines the lives, loves, and art of the Renaissance to help you live your best life.

San Biagio: Renaissance Jewel in Montepulciano, Tuscany

The church of San Biagio in Montepulciano, Tuscany, is considered one of prime examples of Renaissance architecture.

Renaissance Florence According to Rushdie

Salman Rushdie imagines Renaissance Florence in his new book "The Enchantress of Florence."

Travel Italy According to Your Astrological Sign

Not sure where to go in Italy? Plan a trip according to your star sign's characteristics. Learn about the best Italian destinations for each sign of ...

Chianti: Tuscany’s Subregion Known For Its Famous Red Wine

The verdant swath of winding hills and country roads known as Chianti is what Tuscan dreams are made of. Silvery olive groves, lone cypresses, and ...

9 New Books for the Italy Lover in 2022

Bestsellers, beach reads, and biographies. Add these books set in Italy to your summer reading list.

The 20 Regions of Italy

Italy is made up of 20 regions, each with its own history, flavors, customs, and local dialects. Some regions, like Tuscany and Sicily, are ...

Searching for Italy: All the Places Stanley Tucci Went in Season 2

In Season 2 of Searching for Italy, Stanley Tucci visits Veneto, Piedmont, Umbria, London, Calabria, Sardinia, Puglia, and Liguria.

Books About Italy: The Best Ones Published in 2021

Books always make great gifts. Here are the best ones to give and gift for the Italy lover in 2021. Cookbooks, history, and more!

Italy and the Written Word: Places to Celebrate Writing History

From ancient Latin script to modern fonts, Italy has contributed greatly to the history of the written word. Visit these places to learn more.

The Duomo: In Italy, There’s More Than Just One

Florence isn't the only city in Italy with a duomo.

Le Marche Travel Guide

The Marches region, known as Le Marche (lay Mar-kay) in Italian, is a tangle of contradictions. Its wild landscape of craggy hills and dramatic ...

Best Travel Booking Resources for Italy

I like to use these companies when I book travel to and within Italy. Book Flights to Italy From getting the best deal to working with loyalty ...

Lombardy Travel Guide

The richest and most populous of Italy's regions, Lombardy is home to Milan. Milan is not only the capital of Lombardy, but also Italy's capital of ...

Searching for Italy: All the Places Stanley Tucci Went in Season 1

"Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy" is the perfect cure for wanderlust. Here is a comprehensive guide to all the places he visits in Season 1.

Best Places in Italy for Modern and Contemporary Art

Put modern art on your Italian itinerary. Here are the best museums, galleries, and parks, for modern and contemporary art in Italy.

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