5 Beautiful Medicean Villas in Tuscany to Visit

Thursday September 14th, 2023 , 5 Things to know, Cities of Art

Villa del Trebbio

Have you ever dreamed of strolling through the architectural wonders of the Renaissance, immersing yourself in the elegant Medicean Villas in Tuscany?
In the heart of the evocative Tuscan countryside, the artistic and cultural legacy of the Medici family unfolds through a treasure trove of Renaissance villas, authentic jewels that were once opulent country residences and leisure residences.

These architectural masterpieces, dating from the 15th and 16th centuries, still have the power to transport us back in time, telling the story of an era of artistic and intellectual splendour. Among them all, five particularly fascinating residences stand out, rich in history and beauty, which UNESCO recognised as World Heritage Sites in 2013.

5 Beautiful Medicean Villas in Tuscany to Visit

Things to see in Florence

Wednesday September 13th, 2023 , Cities of Art

TELL ME WHERE YOU ARE GOING AND I WILL TELL YOU WHAT TO SEE

Museums Places of interest Events and Exhibitions How to get around

Those who appreciate art will certainly find what to see in Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance and a city that is always buzzing with exhibitions, festivals and other cultural events. Here I have collected for you useful suggestions for the most important things to visit in the city, with ideas and hints for not missing the main museums and places of interest.

Baptistery of San Giovanni in Florence: art, history and spirituality

Wednesday September 13th, 2023 , Cities of Art, Museums

Have you ever dreamed of immersing yourself in the art and spirituality of centuries past, discovering places steeped in history and beauty? Well, get ready for a fascinating journey to discover the magnificent Baptistery of San Giovanni in Florence, where art and spirituality come together in a unique experience.

Baptistery of San Giovanni in Florence: art, history and spirituality

Hotel d’Hane Steenhuyse: A House Museum of Ancien Régime Elegance in Ghent

Wednesday September 6th, 2023 , Cities of Art, Museums

Imagine you are in Ghent, immersed in the lively atmosphere of Flanders. Might you have the opportunity to take a trip back in time, to a mansion that encapsulates the elegance of bygone eras? Let yourself be transported by the wonder of the Hotel d’Hane Steenhuyse, an 18th-century aristocratic residence that still enchants with its beauty.

I sent our bookmirror_ Chiara Bressan, who had already told us about the wonders of the Adornesdomein in Bruges, to visit this wonderful place. I am happy to share her experience in the blog, which I am sure will inspire your next trips. Ready to step back in time and discover the timeless charm of this unique mansion?

Hotel d’Hane Steenhuyse: a House Museum of Ancien Régime Elegance in Ghent

Scandal at the British Museum: a museum’s loss of credibility

Monday September 4th, 2023 , Cities of Art, Museums, More than art

Could you have imagined that a museum as prestigious as the British Museum could be the scene of an unprecedented scandal?
A major scandal at the British Museum in London has called into question the authority and security of one of the world’s most important museums, an institution that enjoys enormous international respect and houses a collection of over 8 million works of art and historical artefacts. A scandal that comes on top of other thorny issues related to its collections and the claim of some foreign countries to have works of art returned that were stolen many decades ago.