Sixty-three tombs cut into the Theban rock. Seti I, Tutankhamun, the broken sarcophagus of Ramesses. The Valley of the Kings, reviewed without...
The Temple of Hatshepsut rises in three colonnaded terraces against the Theban cliffs, a monument to Egypt's most powerful female pharaoh and...
Step inside Saint Savior in Chora, Istanbul's hidden Byzantine gem, and explore the most breathtaking medieval mosaics you've likely never heard of.
Monreale Cathedral: an in-depth guide to one of the greatest medieval masterpieces, combining Norman architecture and Byzantine mosaics in 12th-century Sicily.
Abu Simbel explained — Ramses II, Nubia, divine kingship, monumental rock-cut temples, and the extraordinary UNESCO engineering feat that saved them from...
In-depth guide to Hagia Sophia in Istanbul (Turkey): history from Byzantium to the Ottoman era, architectural innovation, mosaics and visitor experience.
An in-depth guide to visiting Herculaneum: the 79 AD eruption, extraordinary preservation, key sites, and practical advice for thoughtful travelers.
The definitive guide to Pompeii: history, the eruption of 79 AD, urban life, art, religion, eroticism, and the must-see sites of the...
Plan your visit to the Pyramids of Giza: construction history, architectural geometry, practical tips, and an honest account of what the experience...
Discover the history of Bologna’s Archiginnasio Palace, former seat of the University, home to the famous Anatomical Theatre and thousands of heraldic...