The symbol of Western Civilization, the Acropolis' Parthenon was converted to a Christian church for almost a millennium, ...

All roads really do lead to Rome. So many cultures, countries and customs stem from the influential history of this city. And ...

Inside the basilica, following the Bishop of ... Standing near one of St. Peter’s massive Doric columns, a 34-year-old Italian volunteer summarized the pope’s appeal: “What he’s asking ...

By the end of this tour, you’ll walk away with a deep understanding of St. Peter’s Basilica, not only as a religious site but as a living testament of the connection between art and power. The Rome ...

From Dec. 24, when the pope inaugurated the Holy Year, to Jan. 7, the Vatican said, 545,532 people from around the world have ...

Names are more than identifiers; they are carriers of history, culture, and identity. In Europe, names like Mount Olympus, St ...

Pope Francis is wrapping up a busy Christmas season. He's celebrating Epiphany Mass in St. Peter's Basilica. And he's calling ...

Pilgrims who visit Rome during the jubilee, a holy year celebrated every 25 years, will have the opportunity to receive a plenary indulgence by passing through the doors.

God can untie every knot.” Then he threw open the doors of Saint Peter’s Basilica and thousands of people streamed in for the Midnight Mass. They came in their native dress from all parts of ...

If you are visiting Rome with kids or tweens, use this detailed itinerary for 5 days in Rome to help plan your family trip to ...

Were your relatives naughty or nice? It's been quite a year for this column, which celebrated 10 years in November. It's a privilege and an honor to read people's questions and have them share the ...