As we trace this history, however, we will also discuss the growth of anti-Semitism during the same period, which burst to the surface after the ascendance of the Nazis in 1933 (for more on this, see ...

Choose this tour if... You’re seeking an experience that makes art approachable for all, from beginners to seasoned art lovers, so everyone can enjoy. You want an intentional exploration of the Uffizi ...

Julia Child once said, “In France, cooking is a serious art form and a national sport.” Few places (if any) are as renowned for their culinary excellence as France – and Parisians take their food ...

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By Emily Bower Just a couple of week ago, I was wandering the streets of China—jet-lagged, tongue-tied, and completely out of my element. I couldn’t read the signs, struggled to order food, and felt ...

Legacy: Naples as a Crucible of Late Style More than a chapter in his biography, Naples became a crucible for Caravaggio’s late style: darker, more urgent, yet transcendent. It’s a place where art was ...

Fig. 5-2: Rembrandt van Rijn: The Company of Frans Banning Cocq and Willem van Ruytenburch, known as the 'Night Watch', 1642 With every great work of art comes to its fair share of controversy. It’s ...

Beginning January 8, 2025, travelers from visa-exempt countries, including the United States, will need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before visiting the United Kingdom. This new ...

Balat, Istanbul in TurkeyWander through Balat, and you’re stepping into one of Istanbul’s most storied districts—a kaleidoscope of color, culture, and centuries-old traditions. Once home to Jewish, ...

From the myth about Venetians escaping barbarian conquerors to live on the islands of Venice, one seed of truth emerges: Venice did actually expand around the 5th and 6th centuries. As trade on water ...

Imagine stepping into a Parisian fromagerie, where the air is thick with the earthy aroma of aged cheeses, and shelves are lined with hundreds of varieties—each a small masterpiece with its own story ...