Pope Francis is breaking with tradition when it comes to where he will be laid to rest – choosing a light-filled basilica ...

The decision by Pope Francis to break with tradition and be buried at the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome rather ...

Each year on Aug. 5 the church liturgical calendar commemorates the dedication of St. Mary Major (in Italian, Santa Maria ...

With St. Peter’s, St. John Lateran, St. Paul Outside the Walls, it is one of four basilicas in Rome granted special status by ...

The cathedral complex, known as Piazza del Duomo, includes the Campanile by Italian art master Giotto; and Baptistery. This ...

UNESCO Heritage Sites, stunning panoramic views, and crowd-free attractions await you within two hours from Florence. Grab a ...

Discover the truth behind the world's strangest architectural mysteries, from the underground city of Derinkuyu and the Egyptian pyramids to Canada's mother-in-law doors.

Apostoli to the Cathedral of S. Maria del Fiore. Escorted by soldiers, drummers and flag-throwers in mediaeval costumes, the cart is loaded with fireworks and the so-called "colombina" mechanical dove ...

SANTA MONICA, Calif. — LA28 must find a new Southern California venue to host the 2028 Olympic Games’ beach volleyball event. LA28, the private nonprofit organizing the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic ...

Milan, a global hub of fashion and finance, increasingly asserts itself as a leading center for architecture and design. Its status as Italy's second-largest city underpins its vibrant cultural ...

This isn’t just dinner; it’s a pilgrimage to the holy land of Santa Maria-style barbecue, where meat and fire create magic that no amount of fancy culinary school training could ever replicate. The ...

Santa Maria’s popular Downtown Fridays returned for its 10th year to thousands of community members Friday with food trucks, vendors, kids zone, beer garden, and live music. The family-friendly ...