Religion

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

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

Saint Lucifer of Cagliari: His Life and Legacy

Saint Lucifer was a bishop from Cagliari, Sardinia, who lived during the 4th century. His name sparks a lot of confusion.

The Fragrance of Faith: Tracking Down That Old Church Smell

Easter in Rome: When, Where, and How to See Mass During Holy Week

Festivals & Events

Easter season is one of the best times to visit Rome. Here's how you can plan your visit to Rome and Vatican during Holy Week.

Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica

Festivals & Events

Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Here's how to get tickets and prepare for Midnight Mass.

Exploring the Ghetto: A Tour of Rome’s Jewish Quarter [Review]

Help Tell the Story of Jewish Italy

Art & Architecture

CulturaItalia, a website operated by the Italian Culture Ministry, is seeking your help in its efforts to document the Jewish contributions to ...

Italy’s Most Unusual Religious Relics

Art & Architecture

No matter if you're a devout Catholic or a curious non-believer, you should make a point to check out a few of Italy's unusual religious relics. ...

Italy’s Newest Saint Venerated

Art & Architecture

On April 24, the new tomb of Padre Pio was unveiled in the Puglian city of San Giovanni Rotondo. The new tomb now features the exhumed body of ...

Jewish Resources in Italy

Art & Architecture

Just in time for Passover, I've found a great resource for all things Jewish in Italy. JewishItaly.org has links and info to synagogues, kosher ...

Papal Basilicas of Rome: St. John Lateran

Art & Architecture

San Giovanni in Laterano (St. John Lateran) is the basilica dedicated to the Bishop of Rome, better known as the Pope. It is where the Pope delivers ...

Papal Basilicas of Rome: Santa Maria Maggiore (Photos)

Art & Architecture

Santa Maria Maggiore, known in English as St. Mary Major, is one of the four papal basilicas in Rome along with San Giovanni in Laterano, San Paolo ...