As you twist and turn along the roads that head away from Rome, up and through the verdant hills that billow through Tuscany, castles begin to crown distant peaks like ornate figurines in a ...

Discover the fascinating history surrounding one of Italy's oldest castles, boasting a unique name and stunning views ...

Europe is full of historical sites and popular tourist destinations that draw millions of visitors every year. If you have been following our travels for the last 10 years, you probably know I'm ...

The castle of Sammezzano outside the sleepy town of Leccio in Tuscany is just one of those places you have to see to believe. Sammezzano was built in 1605 by a Spanish noble.

Northern Italy is a region where history, culture and nature collide, offering travellers a captivating mix of medieval castles and outdoor adventures. From the towering peaks of the Dolomites to ...

Sometimes the best places are the ones that everyone skips over in their rush to get to the more ... Impeccable Italy: Palaces And Castles Of The Overlooked Tuscia Region. ByAnn Abel. Follow Author.

There is a 15th-century castle, and the cathedral has one of the finest mosaic floors in Italy, with zodiac signs, the Tower of Babel, and even Alexander the Great on it, all done in the 12th century.