The castle stands today as an emblem of Italian history, long captivating the imaginations of historians, architects, and engineers. It has served as a fortress, residence, and seat of power in ...

A GROUNDBREAKING discovery has unearthed mysterious tunnels which may have been sketched by Leonardo da Vinci over 500 years ...

A centuries-long mystery has just been put to rest at Sforza Castle in Milan, Italy. Using ground-penetrating radar and laser scanning, researchers from the Polytechnic University of Milan have ...

Scientists have uncovered hidden structures underneath an Italian castle that they believe could be underground passageways which were based on a sketch made by Leonardo da Vinci in 1495 ...

Trento, in Northern Italy, is an Alpine gem where medieval charm meets world-class wine and stunning mountain scenery.

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An curved arrow pointing right. Leonardo Ugolini is an Italian sand sculptor who has been making impressive sculptures out of just sand and water for over 30 years. More from Real Estate Leonardo ...

You don't have to be royalty to vacation like them. There are plenty of castles around the world that you can rent out for a taste of the luxury life during your next getaway. Castle rental demand ...