Ancient Greek Temples of Paestum Italy & World War II

Whether you are a history buff, an archeologist by profession, an architect, or simply a curious tourist you will thoroughly enjoy visiting the Archeological Park of Paestum, Italy.  The great highlights of this ancient site are the remains of three very well-preserved ancient Greek temples.  The temples of Paestum have stood the test of time, … Read more

Visiting the Fairytale Village of Alberobello, Puglia

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

Magna Graecia: Greeks in Southern Italy

The Fascinating Tale of Magna Graecia: Greeks in Southern Italy Have you ever heard about the ancient Greek colonization of Southern Italy? Centuries ago, a significant portion of Italy’s south belonged to the Greeks. The residents of this region (present-day Calabria) were called Italiotai by the Greeks which eventually lead to the entire peninsula being … Read more