Italy

Italy, officially referred to as the Italian Republic, stands as a country nestled at the convergence of Southern and Western Europe. Embraced by the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, Italy predominantly comprises a peninsula framed by the towering Alps and adorned with a myriad of encompassing islands. Encompassing an area of approximately 301,340 square kilometers (116,350 square miles), this land shares its borders with France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia and includes the enclaved city-states of Vatican City and San Marino. Notably, it boasts a territorial exclave within Switzerland known as Campione and boasts an archipelago, the Pelagie Islands, situated on the African Plate.

Italy

Su Nuraxi di Barumini

Located in Italy's Sardinia region, Su Nuraxi di Barumini holds a unique position as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, inscribed in 1997. This archaeological complex draws the attention of history enthusiasts and travelers alike for its remarkable... read more

Italy

Archaeological Area and the Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia

Visiting this ancient site in Italy's Friuli-Venezia Giulia region offers a unique glimpse into the remnants of Roman civilization, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1998. Travelers will find it invaluable for understanding histor... read more

Italy

Archaeological Area of Agrigento

This remarkable site, located in Italy's Sicily region, is a UNESCO World Heritage listing known for its extraordinary collection of ancient monuments and ruins. Dating back to the Greek era, it offers travelers a unique insight into ancient c... read more

Italy

Archaeological Areas of Pompei, Herculaneum and Torre Annunziata

Located in Italy's Campania region, these remarkably preserved ruins, inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List in 1997, provide an exceptional glimpse into ancient life prior to a catastrophic volcanic eruption in 79 AD. This destination... read more

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Egypt

Khan Al-Khalili Market

Khan-Al-Khalili is a large market in the Muslim neighbourhood of Cairo, one of the city's striking landmarks. The square that Khan-Al-Khalili occupies was originally the site of the Saffron Tomb mausoleum, the burial place of the Fatimid caliphs. Emir Al-Khalili ordered the destruction of the Fatimid cemetery in 1382 in order to build a large caravanserai. At that time, this was the central... read more

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Israel

Church of the Visitation

The Catholic Church of the Visitation in the Jerusalem suburb of Ein Karem is named after one of the most beautiful Gospel episodes - Mary's visit to Elizabeth.

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Greece

Ancient Agora

In the heart of Athens, northwest of the Acropolis, lie the ruins of the Ancient Agora. During the period of ancient Greece (from about the beginning of the 6th century BC) it was the political, financial, administrative, cultural and religious ce... read more

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