It’s a concept those classical sightseers would have understood: the ancient Romans had a refined sense of genius loci, or spirit of place, and saw Rome’s streets as a great repository of ...

The death of Pope Francis sets into motion a series of rituals, some of which go back more than 2,000 years, including how to choose the new pope. Here's what happens next.

An integral part of daily life in ancient Rome, the baths gave citizens of all ... These large, friendly places included outdoor areas for exercise and sports. There were also food stands and ...

The Santa Maria Maggiore basilica, which Pope Francis chose as his final resting place, is a fifth-century church located in ...

"Ancient Rome showcased remarkable engineering prowess with feats like the aqueducts that transported water over long distances, the Colosseum that hosted grand spectacles, and the extensive road ...

Although the team obviously can’t tie zircon minerals to the Roman Empire’s collapse, their lengthy migration inside frozen ...

Rome offers countless things to do and an endless selection of delicious cuisine. But given the overwhelming crowds and restricted access to ancient sites, it can be difficult to fully enjoy all ...

Against the ancient backdrop of Rome’s Colosseum, thousands gathered Friday evening for the solemn Via Crucis procession, where Cardinal Baldassare Reina carried the cross on behalf of Pope ...

Here members of a centuries-old Catholic fraternity welcomed a group of Australian teens, in Rome for a jubilee pilgrimage ... was also originally a place to welcome and house Anglophone pilgrims ...