Smithsonian contributing writer Tony Perrottet, who wrote recently about Rome’s underworld—the city lurking beneath the city.

Whether viewed from behind, up above, or beneath – as opposed to the usual straight-on view – here’s some of the planet’s ...

Discover the Colosseum by night. Every Tue & Thu, join a 60-min guided tour of the arena, underground, and exclusive exhibits ...

Every year, archeologists stumble across remains that shed light on the culture, politics, and daily life of Pompeii.

An American tourist was seriously injured after attempting to scale a fence near Rome’s Colosseum, reportedly trying to get a ...

These Italy Tours Are Straight Out Of A Movie When you think Italy, the place that pops into mind for most people is Rome, ...

Scientists have determined that bite marks on the pelvis of a man buried in what is believed to be a cemetery for gladiators ...

Italy is a country that reads like a love letter to the senses—where every corner holds a fragment of history, every bite is a celebration, and every step uncovers a story. My recent journey ...

Archaeologists recently discovered proof of a gladiatorial fight with a lion in an unexpected tourist destination.

Chasing the ball in the metal Colosseum built at the foot of Vesuvius by Roman artist Daniele Sigalot, a hundred people from ...

Taj Mahal, India – A symbol of eternal love, this white marble mausoleum was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Chichen Itza, Mexico – A stunning Mayan city with ...