Updated June 19, 2026 by europeexplored
Aquileia was once one of the largest cities in the Roman Empire, a bustling port and trading hub at the head of the Adriatic. Today it is a quiet town, but its ancient past lies open for visitors to explore. The archaeological area contains the remains of Roman houses, baths, and the forum. The basilica […]
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Categories: Cities, Italy, Rome, Sights, Sights
Updated June 19, 2026 by europeexplored
The Mosta Dome is one of the largest unsupported domes in the world. Only the Pantheon in Rome and St. Peter’s basilica surpass it in span. The church was built in the 19th century by local architect Giorgio Grognet de Vasse, inspired by the Pantheon. The dome rises an impressive thirty-seven metres above the floor. […]
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Updated June 10, 2026 by europeexplored
The oldest vine in the world still produces grapes in Maribor, a fact that tells you everything about this Slovenian city’s relationship with wine. The Stara trta, or old vine, has been growing on the same wall for over 450 years, surviving wars, invasions, and urban development. Maribor sits in the heart of the Styria […]
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Categories: Sights, Slovenia
