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More than half a million people have passed through the Holy Door at St Peter's in the first two weeks since Pope Francis launched the Vatican's Jubilee Year on Christmas Eve. A total of 545,532 people from around the world filed along Via della Conciliazione and entered the Holy Door between 24 December and 7 January, the Vatican said in a stateme...

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On the occasion of the Jubilee 2025, Preply’s team of cultural learning experts carried out a study to identify Italy’s most beautiful churches, based on the opinions of visitors of 200 churches throughout Italy. The result is a selection of the 30 most fascinating churches, which are not only striking for their beauty, but also for leaving a profo...

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Italy is a country steeped in history and culture, and its regions and provinces each carry a rich story that goes beyond mere geography. The origins of these place names are fascinating, often reflecting a blend of ancient civilizations, linguistic evolution, and historical influences from earliest Latin settlements to the linguistic imprints of t...

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We all know it: Christmas is a season of joy, tradition, and indulgence, a time when families gather to celebrate together with family and, of course, plenty of good food. What many of us may not know is that many of our favorite holiday flavors and traditions owe much to the centuries-old contributions of monastic communities. For centuries, monas...

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Italy is renowned for its rich agricultural heritage, and cherries hold a special place in this tradition. From the sun-drenched hills of Sicily to the fertile plains of Emilia-Romagna, Italy's cherry varieties are celebrated not only for their taste but also for their deep cultural significance. There are 18 officially recognized specialties. Whet...

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2024 has been a year of remarkable archaeological discoveries across Italy, shedding new light on the country’s rich historical and cultural heritage. From ancient Roman cities to newly uncovered frescoes and artifacts, these findings are deepening our understanding of Italy's past and its importance in the ancient world. Here are some of the most...

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The tradition of diving into the Tiber River from Ponte Cavour in Rome on New Year’s Day is one of the most iconic and enduring celebrations in the city. This ritual is centered around the figure of "Mr. OK," a title given to a courageous individual who leads the jump into the cold waters to mark the beginning of the year. While this tradition has...

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Few countries sell the dream better than Italy. Its scenery, food and history have tempted many a visitor to make their stay a permanent one down the years. However, as many of them will tell you, the reality can often prove much more testing than their sun-kissed fortnight in the summer had led them to believe. The narrative of Serie A’s American...

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I have been fortunate to visit a handful of Italian cities in this surreal country over the past few years. One of the drawbacks of flying to Italy from Colorado is that you always have to have some form of a layover and they are usually quite long. Soon, you won't have to deal with the layovers if you want to experience la dolce vita in Italy as o...

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Italy mourns with the USA on the passing of Lenny Randle, heralded by Rolling Stone as “The Most Entertaining Man in Baseball," who died in Murrieta, California on December 29, 2024. Having landed in Nettuno in 1983 after a 12-year career in MLB with 1138 games under his belt, Lenny Randle left his mark on Italian baseball because of his talent and...

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