Rome, Italy Mercatus Traiani (Trajan's Market) This ancient market is often referred to as the oldest shopping mall in the world.

In 1775, the Marquis de Sade wrote of it, “I have never seen anything more striking.” Granted, the crypt was […]

In Rome the cats have an ancient temple-complex all to themselves. Known as Largo di Torre Argentina, this archaeological wonder […]

The “Valle dei Mulini,” or “Valley of Mills,” is a verdant grouping of modern ruins nestled at the bottom of […]

Located just a few steps away from the iconic Trevi Fountain and the fashionable Via del Corso is a largely […]

One of the largest secret Mithraic temples in Rome is hidden next to the famous Circus Maximus. Discovered in 1931 […]

The Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy is probably the oldest still-operating pharmacy in the world, and certainly the oldest in Italy. […]