A few years ago, during one of my Roman ‘escapes’, if I am not mistaken, to see the Gribouilliage exhibition, I decided to slip into a small but fascinating museum: the Goethe House. I admit, it wasn’t on my initial ‘must see’ list, but when I found out that Johann Wolfgang Goethe had lived there during his Grand Tour, I couldn’t resist.
In short, how could I not give in to the temptation to see where the German genius was enchanted by Rome and Italy?
Do you know the ideal place to discover the life and art of one of Italy’s greatest playwrights?
If you are passionate about theatre, culture and history, the Museo Casa di Carlo Goldoni in Venice is a must-see.
In this post, I take you inside a fascinating place of masks, stages and manuscripts.
Did you know that there is a hidden treasure in Venice that tells centuries of theatrical history?
If you are passionate about art and culture, you cannot miss the opportunity to discover the Vendramin Fund on display at the Carlo Goldoni House.
In this post, I invite you to immerse yourself in a fascinating story of documents, theatre and tradition.
Duomo di Monreale mosaici
Have you ever visited Monreale Cathedral and admired its extraordinary mosaics? If you haven’t, now is the perfect time to discover one of the world’s most precious artistic and cultural treasures.
Thanks to a new lighting system, the cathedral mosaics shine like never before, revealing every detail of their majesty.
Have you ever wondered what lies behind the walls of an abandoned church, forgotten by time and then brought back to life? The former Church of San Barbaziano in Bologna has finally reopened its doors thanks to a major restoration project, transforming itself from an urban ruin into a space with strong cultural significance. This recovery, on the occasion of ART CITY Bologna 2025, is not only an architectural intervention, but a journey into the history and memories of a place destined to be reborn.
Let us discover together the main stages of this restoration and the project that gives back a voice to a building symbol of transformation and resilience.
