Florence’s Medici Chapel, a triumph of art over politics
Despite creating the Renaissance masterpiece during a time of upheaval and uprising, Michelangelo managed to complete the sombre mausoleum, unharmed by Medici vengeance.
Despite creating the Renaissance masterpiece during a time of upheaval and uprising, Michelangelo managed to complete the sombre mausoleum, unharmed by Medici vengeance.
From market food to Michelin-star restaurants, the northern Italian city is full of delicious eateries for every budget.
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This weekend, some 170 private palaces, academies, homes and other buildings will open their doors to visitors.
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Classic dishes bring Italy’s culinary acclaim to the City of Water, featuring savory cicheti, fresh seafood and rich gelati.
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This Easter promises both the usual event-filled line-up – from chocolate sculpting to classical concerts – and the chance to get a glimpse of Pope Francis I.
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Until 16 June, the most anticipated art exhibition of the year will display 39 of Titian’s best works in the city’s Scuderie del Quirinale.
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