The Secret Passageway Of The Medici: Vasari Corridor
The Secret Passageway Of The Medici: Vasari Corridor di Andira Vitale Built during the reign of the Grand Dukes, the Vasari Corridor connected the Pitti Palace, where the Grand Duke resided, with the Uffizi (or offices), where he worked. This structure, approximately 750 meters long, was built by the architect Giorgio Vasari in 1565. Rulers […]
The Vasari Corridor in Florence has reopened to the public
The Vasari Corridor in Florence has reopened to the public The Vasari Corridor, one of the most important elements of Florence, the Renaissance and the Medici period, has been opened to the public today. Today, the Vasari Corridor reopened to the public. A historic elevated corridor in Florence connects the Palazzo Vecchio with the Palazzo […]
The Baths of Caracalla returned to the water after 1500 years
The Baths of Caracalla returned to the water after 1500 years Like Caesar Augustus and Hadrian, Caracalla undertook a series of architectural projects to make himself famous, and this bath complex became one of his favourite projects. Imagine that you are in a place with several units, such as an outdoor pool called a notation, […]
In the Colosseum discovering Göbeklitepe
In the Colosseum discovering Göbeklitepe The exhibition “Göbeklitepe:The Enigma of a Sacred Place ” was inaugurated at the Colosseum, the world-famous symbol of Italy and Rome. The exhibition “Göbeklitepe: The Enigma of a Sacred Place” opens at the Colosseum, a major event promoted by the Colosseum Archaeological Park. Curated by Alfonsina Russo, Roberta Alteri, Daniele […]
The leaning tower of Pisa: a monument of lace
Work began on the construction of the bell tower of the cathedral of S. Maria, which will become the most famous in the world due to its inclined structure, on 9 August 1173.
Art Nouveau Week marked in Italy and across Europe
Another fantastic week of events begins to stay away from smartphones and communicate with real beauty. Italy celebrates its Art Nouveau architecture and design with guided tours of Liberty landmarks as part of the fifth edition of the Art Nouveau Week, from 8-14 July 2023. 150 Art Nouveau villas will be open to the public for a week.
The door to the secret garden has opened
The door to the secret garden has opened Vita gazette – Secret Garden of the Herms reopened at Villa Borghese in Rome. In the enchanting setting of the Giardino delle Erme, the Exedra dei Draghi and the historic fountain have regained their ancient splendour. The valorisation of Rome’s cultural heritage continues. This time, a monumental […]
Secrets of the city: Fountain of Shame
Step by step Italy with Vita gazette: its treasures, secrets, legends, and fascinating places. But why is it called the “Square of Shame?” This is undoubtedly the first question that visitors ask.
The lost house of the first Roman Emperor was found!
A team of archaeologists from the University of Tokyo has discovered the lost house of the founder of the Roman Empire, waiting to be unearthed under a blanket of Vesuvius ashes.
San Marco, Venice: Pieces of reinforced concrete fall from the bell tower
Venice, some pieces of reinforced concrete detach from the bell tower of San Marco. According to experts, the fact itself does not represent a danger for people or the monument, but a consolidation intervention is needed.