Santa Maria del Fiore: Brunelleschi’s triumph
Filippo Brunelleschi was a goldsmith, sculptor, engineer and architect; he was the one who discovered the geometric rules of perspective! During the construction of the dome of
Columbus’ or Brunelleschi’s Egg?
Many legends surround the construction of Florence Cathedral—like the story of Brunelleschi and the egg. In practice, this story would tell us that Columbus’ famous egg was
The Myth of the Goddess Nut
According to Egyptian mythology, Nut, goddess of the sky, and Geb, god of the earth, were in love and embraced each other so tightly that nothing could
The Eye of Horus
One of the most enduring symbols from Ancient Egypt is the Eye of Horus. A talisman for protection and healing, it was believed to grant insight beyond
The bikini: a must-have for Greek and Roman women
Think bikinis are modern? Think again! Ancient Greek and Roman women wore bikini-like outfits during athletic and dance activities. A stunning mosaic at the Villa Romana del
The Egyptian Temple: An Unexpected Place
The Egyptians called their temple Hut, meaning “house of the god.” But it wasn’t a place for people to gather or pray—it was the private home of