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Trevi Fountain: Origins and Traditions of Rome’s Most Famous Fountain
The history behind the Trevi Fountain, one of the most beautiful and best-known fountains in the world.
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An Italian Artist for Every Italian Region [Map]
This Italian map is fun but certainly controversial. It is a map of each region in Italy represented by a painting or fresco by an artist of that region. Here’s the full map (click to zoom in). A list of the artworks and their creators follow. Alphabetical List of Italian Regions with Their Representative Artworks…
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Raphael’s Loggia of Cupid and Psyche Now in Exquisite, Digital Detail
In addition to the many paintings that Raphael painted during his short life, the artist was also responsible for a roomful of frescoes in a Roman palace that is now known as the Villa Farnesina. From 1517-1518, Raphael and his workshop painted scenes from the fable of Cupid and Psyche on the vaulted ceiling of…
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Parma Italian Capital of Culture Through 2021
Parma will be the Italian Capital of Culture for 2020 and 2021 to make up for the loss of tourism due to COVID-19.
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Sleeping Dog, Pompeii
Photo of a stray dog sleeping among the ruins of Pompeii.
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What Will Italy’s Museums Look Like After the Lockdown?
After a two-month lockdown, Italy’s museums are set to reopen. The reopening will bring both challenges and opportunities.
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Resistance and Remembrance: The Importance of Liberation Day in Italy
Italy celebrates Liberation Day every year on April 25. Learn more about its origin and importance.
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