The birth of Aphrodite
In the city of Pafos in Cyprus, take a journey through the birth of the legend of Aphrodite – the Greek Goddess of Love.
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Tuscany’s Renaissance landscape
In Renaissance times, this enormous Tuscan landscape was designed so it would be pleasing on the eye. Centuries later, it still has that effect.
Thoughts on religion from inside the Vatican
Despite being impressed by the opulence of St Peter’s Basilica, I can’t help but think about what it represents and why I am so uncomfortable with that.
The five lands of Cinque Terre
Italy’s Cinque Terre is known for its natural beauty and beautiful towns. But did you know it’s also a World Heritage Site? I’ll tell you why.
Holy Trinity Column in Olomouc
It might sound strange to go all the way to Olomouc just to see a column – but it’s a special column. And it turns out the city is quite spectacular too!
Visit the Colosseum
Two thousand years ago, gladiators would fight to the death and wild animals would rip apart unarmed criminals. This is Rome’s home of the bloodsports.