Had enough of the crowds? Once you’ve seen Rome, consider a day trip to these lesser known but no less beautiful towns for ...

Had enough of the crowds? Once you’ve seen Rome, consider a day trip to these lesser known but no less beautiful towns for ...

Gladiator combat is a well-documented aspect of ancient Roman society, but the physical remains of fighters have remained ...

In Rome's Colosseum and other amphitheaters in cities scattered across the sprawling ancient Roman Empire, gladiatorial ...

The word itself predates Christianity, but the conclave with its secretive deliberations and ancient trappings still captures ...

The funeral for Francis, the first first Latin American pontiff, is set for 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Peter's Square in The ...

Check into the Hotel Due Torri, the city’s most historic grand dame with an impressive collection of antiques. Sip local ...

The death of Pope Francis sets into motion a series of rituals, some of which go back more than 2,000 years, including how to choose the new pope. Here's what happens next.

Here are some of the key words and phrases that will be used throughout the interregnum, especially the conclave to elect the ...

A USA TODAY reporter recalls covering the last conclave when Pope Francis was selected. What to expect if you go to Rome for ...

After 12 years as the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis died early this morning at the age of 88.

This city in Tuscany is often overlooked when compared to Rome or Florence, but it is brimming with wonderful Medieval art ...