Becoming a Swiss Guard
Its foundation dates back to 1506, and since then many things changed. Still, becoming a Swiss Guard requires courage and willpower....
Mastro Titta: diary of an executioner
We already mentioned Mastro Titta as one of the most famous ghosts in Rome. His career as official executioner of the Pope has inspired many tales and legends, thanks also to his personal journal....
Why so many churches in Rome?
Have you ever wondered why there are so many churches in Rome? Rome is the world capital of churches, with over 900 all over the city. Historians, teachers and archaeologists tried to count them but, until now, no one was able to certify the official number....