Between its delicious cuisine, historic cities, UNESCO sites and natural attractions, Italy, quite simply, has it all. Discover 15 of the most iconic places in the country. One of the most beloved destinations in Europe, much of Italy’s popularity is due to historic cities like Rome, Florence, and Venice, which are home to some of […]
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In 1454, the Augustinians in San Sepolcro wanted a grand polyptych for the high altar of their church. They commissioned hometown master Piero della Francesca for the task. It took Piero 12 years—Pope Nicholas V kept demanding and hogging his services at the Vatican—and stood as a magnificent demonstration of the painter’s talents. Across 30
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With its awe-inspiring landscapes and culinary options, Italy draws visitors from all over the globe. A leisurely Italian exploration, with multiple stops along the way – Milan, Florence and Taormina, and perhaps Puglia – may be the way to take it all in while embracing Italy’s slower-paced lifestyle. And with three hotels across the country,
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Travellers to and from Milan will now be able to catch a train and enjoy some street art at the same time, as hundreds of copies of murals by British graffiti artist Banksy are on show at the northern Italian city’s Central Station. “The Word of Banksy – The Immersive Experience” exhibition recently opened in
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Exploring Milan, the city of art A much-deserved curtsy to Milan’s most beloved Renaissance Man “Art is never finished, only abandoned,” Leonardo da Vinci once spoke, but when he abandoned his art, he made sure they were in their utmost supreme form. But before he painted the soft smile on Mona Lisa’s lips, or the
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