The Holy Staircase (Latin: Scala Santa) is one of the most valuable relics of the Christian faith, located in Rome. 28 marble steps lead to the Holy of Holies (lat. Sancta Sanctorum) - the chapel of the popes, located in the Lateran Palace (Palazzo del Laterano). Old legends say that it was on this staircase that the prosecutor Pontius Pilate escorted Jesus Christ to the court.

The city of Sirmione on the shores of Lake Garda is famous for its thermal springs, which annually receive tens of thousands of patients who want to improve their health. Five hotels in Sirmione have their own thermal pools and offer guests SPA treatments - this is a more exclusive and expensive vacation.

The north of the Apennine Peninsula is rich in beautiful lakes, the most remarkable of which we examined in one of our previous posts - Lakes of Italy: the best selection from BlogoItaliano. Today we will dwell in more detail on one of them - Maggiore (or Verbano), considered the second largest lake in Italy.

From the Vespasian Forum, only minor fragments have survived to this day. Nevertheless, it is very popular with the newlyweds. Here you get gorgeous wedding photos, and thanks to the ancient charm and amazing energy, the wedding day becomes unforgettable. Temple of Peace (ital.

With high probability we can say that all the New Year's tables of the world are accompanied by champagne. However, drinks from the French Champagne region are much less common than Italian sparkling wines. One of the brightest representatives of the hissing alcoholic community of Italy is Asti champagne. Martini Asti is even more popular.

Today we will learn how to get from Fiumicino Airport to Rome by train, Mercedes, bus, taxi and rented car. In any case, sooner or later you will find yourself in Terminal number 3, since it is your luggage that is displayed in it. From here we will begin our adventure. By train for 8-14 euros per person. For those who do not like buses.

Etna Volcano (Etna) is the hottest spot in Sicily, and even in all of Italy. Today it is the highest active volcano in Europe. If you ask the question “where is Mount Etna?”, Then it is easy to find in the eastern part of the island exactly between the cities of Catania and Messina.

San Miniato al Monte is the church of Florence, which was not touched by Renaissance architects. The only innovations introduced were the new bell tower and staircase in white marble. The church is functioning. During the evening service you can listen to wonderful singing. Basilica of San Miniato al Monte - a temple dedicated to the first holy martyr of Florence, photo elisabetta ermini Basilica of San Miniato al Monte (Basilica di San Miniato al Monte) stands on the hill of Monte alle Croci, on the banks of Arno.

The Church of the Three Magi is one of the oldest temples in the city. It is interesting for its beautiful 7-meter altar and the terrifying relief "Dresden Dance of Death" of the Renaissance. Dreikönigskirche, photo by János Korom Dr. The Church of the Three Magi (Dreikönigskirche) is one of the oldest temples in the city.

Close your eyes and say in a whisper: "Parmesan!" And now you are already sitting in the shade of the vine, drinking your favorite wine and enjoying the taste of cheese. Truly a magic word! No less delightful is the owner of this name - Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. We will tell you about where he was born, how it came to our days, in what recipes it is used, about the composition and health benefits of parmesan.

Gucci is a world-famous fashion house of Italian origin, specializing in the production of premium class shoes, clothes, textiles, cosmetics and accessories. Today, the brand is part of the multinational retailer Kering. It is considered the second largest sales label after LVMH (Moët Hennessy - Louis Vuitton).

The fashionable ski resort of Madonna di Campiglio, located in the Italian Alps, is very popular with wealthy tourists who come here in winter and summer. In winter, it is attractive for skiers and snowboarders, and in summer the resort is visited by fans of fishing, mountain biking and hiking, because it is located in the picturesque Adamello-Brenta Natural Park.

The building of the Altes Museum and its collection is a tribute to the Prussian kings of the universal enthusiasm for antiquity in the XIX century. It remains only to thank them for the opportunity to see today in one place so many works of art from Ancient Greece and Rome. Old Museum (Altes Museum), photo Timm aus Kiel Old Museum (Altes Museum), the second name is the Museum of Ancient Art, is an art museum in Berlin.

George Clooney and his girlfriend Amal Alamuddin will be married at the end of September in Venice. Their union will be registered by Voltaire Veltroni, the former mayor of Rome. Veltroni, who served as mayor of the Eternal City from 2001 to 2008, will be married on September 29 at the former Doge's Palace, Ca 'Farsetti. The actor’s friendship and politics began when Clooney arrived in Rome to receive an award for his contribution to humanitarian assistance in the Darfur region of Sudan in 2007.