Control the water, control the people
The Romans didn’t just use armies to take over Europe. Constructions like this bridge helped them win the hearts and minds of the people they conquered.
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The Streets of Palaces
Built centuries ago, these palatial homes in Genoa have only got better with age. No wonder they’re now on the World Heritage List.
Boboli Gardens and beyond
The Boboli Gardens and Pitti Palace may get all the attention but there are more Medici Villas and Gardens in Tuscany that you can visit.
Marketing a sacred mountain
It’s been worshipped for at least 1500 years but perhaps this mountain was declared sacred just to attract Silk Road travellers?
A clash of cultures in Seville
These two monumental sites in the centre of Seville say a lot about a period of Spanish history when civilisations were clashing.
Things to do in Vilnius
As different empires ruled the city, they each left a layer, and some of the best things to do in Vilnius explore this fascinating heritage.