Francesco Rutelli, who knows everything about Rome, has spoken in his books about the Possession ceremony. This is where ...

Pope Francis has chosen the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome as his final resting place, a decision rooted in his deep devotion to Mary.

Pope Francis is breaking with tradition when it comes to where he will be laid to rest – choosing a light-filled basilica ...

Pope Francis chose his place of burial in St. Mary Major Basilica, near an icon of the Madonna that he revered, because it ...

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

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 ...

With St. Peter’s, St. John Lateran, St. Paul Outside the Walls, it is one of four basilicas in Rome granted special status by ...

PRESERVED QUITE WELL' – Archaeologists have recently unearthed the remarkably well-preserved remains of a dog from ancient Rome ... Hot dog towers bring shareable bites, social media flair ...