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The Four Seasons Chapel

The chapel at the Palazzo della Gherardesca, now enveloped by the Four Seasons Hotel in Florence, is an exquisite slice of history. The frescoes adorning its walls are steeped in...

Perseus with the Head of Medusa

A stunning bronze sculpture by Benvenuto Cellini located in the Loggia dei Lanzi. Tune in to listen to Andrew Graham-Dixon’s story about Medusa. Who was she? How did she become...

David by Michelangelo

Dive into the saga of Michelangelo's 'David,' the epitome of Renaissance sculpture, carved from a once-unwanted block of marble. Learn about Michelangelo's unique process, likened to pulling a drowning man...

Uffizi: Venus of Urbino

This work by Titian is certainly one of the most powerful and erotic paintings in the Uffizi Galleries. Who is this beautiful woman staring us directly in the eye? What...

Daily Life for the Romans

When the Romans come to mind, it’s easy to picture famous figures like Julius Caesar or monumental buildings like the Colosseum. But what was life really like in Ancient Rome?...

Saturnia: Heaven at the Portals to Hell

Saturnia is a peaceful spa town that offers rest, relaxation, and repose for travelers weary after long hours of looking at Tuscany’s amazing art and architecture. This captivating town has...

The Lone Beauty of the Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore

This venerable old abbey rises up from a startling, awe-inspiring landscape of mountains, pale clay, and dark green cypress trees. Although its location may seem remote, the abbey makes for...