San Domenico Maggiore, Naples: Aquinas and the Aragonese Kings
San Domenico Maggiore in Naples: Gothic church of 1283–1324 where Aquinas taught, with Aragonese royal coffins and Cavallini frescoes. Checked October 2026.
Sansevero Chapel in Naples: The Veiled Christ and Two Skeletons
The Sansevero Chapel in Naples: Sanmartino’s 1753 Veiled Christ, Modesty and Disillusion, the anatomical machines and the prince’s legends. Checked October 2026.
Exploring the Naples Archaeological Museum: A Treasure Trove of Antiquity
The Naples Archaeological Museum (Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli) is one of Italy’s most renowned cultural institutions, housing an extraordinary
Isartor in Munich: The Gate with the Backwards Clock
The Isartor in Munich: a city gate of 1337, the fresco of Ludwig the Bavarian, the backwards clock and the Valentin-Karlstadt-Musäum. Checked October 2026.
Viktualienmarkt: Munich’s Vibrant Market Experience
Located in the heart of Munich, Viktualienmarkt is one of the city’s most iconic and bustling landmarks. This historic market,
Asamkirche in Munich: The Private Church of the Asam Brothers
Asamkirche in Munich: the Asam brothers’ private church on Sendlinger Straße, its hidden lighting, Bernini-style altar and Asam House. Checked October 2026.
Marienplatz: The Beating Heart of Munich
Nestled in the heart of Munich, Marienplatz stands as a vibrant symbol of the city’s history, culture, and modern vitality.
Saint Michael: Munich’s Renaissance Jewel
The Church of Saint Michael in Munich, locally known as St. Michael München, is a stunning example of Renaissance architecture
The Frauenkirche in Munich: Twin Domes and the Devil’s Footprint
The Frauenkirche in Munich: brick cathedral built 1468–1488, twin domed towers of almost 99 m, the Devil’s Footprint and the south tower view. Checked October 2026.
Max-Joseph-Platz, Munich: Opera, Palace and a King Who Won’t Sit
Max-Joseph-Platz in Munich: Klenze’s square by the 1818 National Theatre and the Residenz, and a king’s statue put up only after his death. Checked October 2026.
Odeonsplatz in Munich: Feldherrnhalle, Lions and Shirkers’ Alley
Odeonsplatz in Munich: Klenze’s royal square, the Feldherrnhalle and its lions, the 1923 putsch and the bronze trail of Shirkers’ Alley. Checked October 2026.
Karolinenplatz in Munich: The Black Obelisk for 30,000 Soldiers
Karolinenplatz in Munich: Klenze’s 1833 bronze obelisk for Bavarians lost in Russia, Munich’s first radial square and its Nazi-era past. Checked October 2026.