For a quieter escape that still delivers in the romance department, consider the town of Assisi, 17 miles east of Perugia in Umbria's rolling hills, reachable by train from all major Italian cities.

While most of us were sleeping, a dozen University of Dayton students commenced on a pilgrimage through the sacred city of Assisi. This group is referred to as Chaminade Scholars, and this adventure ...

The 1748 Nolli Map of Rome is the best map of any city ever for three reasons: accuracy, detail, and influence. I’m not going to say it’s THE MOST accurate, detailed, or influential map ever ...

Our Assisi pilgrimage isn’t quite over: A short bus ride takes us to the Church of San Damiano, the church where St. Francis had his vision of Christ speaking from the cross, and which the saint ...

A marble map of ancient Rome, that hasn't been put on public view for almost 100 years, is getting its very own museum within sight of the Colosseum. Skip to main content.

You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. ASSISI — St. Francis is spread all over Assisi. There could be a board game created to link the spots ...