On 18th November 1626, St Peter’s Basilica in Rome was completed and consecrated. It replaced the fourth century Basilica constructed over what was believed to be the burial site of Saint Peter.
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On 18th September 324AD, the two roman emperors – Constantine I and Licinius – fought in the Battle of Chrysopolis.
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The Hypogeum, or ‘backstage’, of Rome’s Colosseum is fully open to the public for the first time. The restored walkways allow visitors to fully explore the underground tunnels and chambers of the 2,000-year-old monument.
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2021 marks the 700th anniversary of the death of celebrated author and poet Dante. His work the Divine Comedy, a story in verse of love, admiration, intrigue was written whilst in exile from his birthplace of Florence. His story is that of a Soldier, Poet, and Political exile. Dante’s early life Dante was born Durante […]
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