architecture

History of Pisa: Why Does the Leaning Tower of Pisa Lean?

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The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the most well-known towers in the world and one of the most remarkable pieces of Romanesque architecture in all of Italy. In the Italian language, this tower is called Torre Pendente di Pisa.  Travelers come from all over the globe to marvel at this famous gravity-defying structure. … Read more

Visiting the Fairytale Village of Alberobello, Puglia

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What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of a place to visit in Italy? The odds are that you did not mention the region of Puglia or its fairytale village of Alberobello. Most likely you would think of Rome, the canals of Venice, Pisa, and the sun-kissed rolling hills of … Read more