In 1582 Pope Gregory XIII fixed the calendar: ten days vanished and a new leap-year rule aligned time with the sun.
The Gregorian Calendar Reform of 1582: How Rome Reset Time
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Roman Legacy in Modern Times
The Grand Tour: Rome as the Heart of 18th-Century Enlightenment Travel
In the 18th century, Rome became a key destination for aristocrats on the Grand Tour, shaping European art, culture, and intellectual thought.
The Renaissance Revival of Rome: Art, Architecture, and Rediscovery
In the 15th century, Rome became the center of the Renaissance, as artists and architects restored its ancient splendor and reshaped the city’s identity.
The Grand Tour: 18th-Century Rome and the Rediscovery of Antiquity
In the 18th century, Rome became a key destination for European aristocrats on the Grand Tour, shaping cultural and artistic appreciation of antiquity.
