Pistoia opens new underground museum route
A new archaeological route has opened beneath the Ancient Palace of the Bishops in Pistoia. The underground spaces are accessible to the public for the first time in decades.
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Roman theatre under Palazzo Vecchio, Florence reopens
The archaeological site beneath Florence’s Palazzo Vecchio has reopened to the public after five years. The underground area reveals remains of the Roman theatre of ancient Florentia, alongside later medieval structures.
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Rome moves closer to Trevi Fountain entry fee
Rome is set to confirm a Trevi Fountain entry fee for tourists in the coming days. According to Corriere della Sera, the city plans to charge visitors €2 to access the Baroque landmark. Rome residents would continue to enter for free.
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On this day in history: death of Renaissance sculptor Donatello
Early Renaissance sculptor Donatello died on 12th December, 1466 in Florence. More than five centuries later, his works remain central to Italy’s artistic heritage and are still visible across the country.
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Restored Madonna del Latte unveiled in Florence
A fourteenth-century fresco depicting the Madonna del Latte has returned to public view in Florence following a major restoration.
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Italian cuisine earns UNESCO heritage status
Italian cuisine has been added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage lists. The decision came on Wednesday at a meeting of the UN agency’s Intergovernmental Committee in New Delhi.
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New finds shed light on Pompeii’s Villa of the Slaves
Fresh discoveries in the Villa of the Slaves at Pompeii have revealed more about daily life in the Civita Giuliana complex, where enslaved workers lived. The Italian culture ministry announced the findings on Friday.
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Treccani names “trust” as Italy’s Word of the Year for 2025
The Treccani Institute has chosen “trust” as its Word of the Year for 2025. The influential dictionary and encyclopaedia highlighted its “relevance and ethical significance” during a period of uncertainty.
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On this day: birth of Baroque artist Andrea Sacchi
Andrea Sacchi, one of the key figures of 17th-century Italian art, was born on 30th November 1599, Saint Andrew’s Day, in or near Rome. He became a leading advocate of High Baroque Classicism, drawing lifelong inspiration from Raphael’s work.
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Limited-edition digital copies of Renaissance masterpieces
Collectors can now buy certified digital copies of major Italian artworks. Cultural officials launch a project that promises museum-quality reproductions for a fraction of the cost of an original.
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