Built in 1608, the Staircase of Santa Maria del Monte is a 142-step staircase in Caltagirone, Sicily made from thousands of ceramic tiles, one design per step, as a fitting tribute to a city known for its design and production of ceramics and terra-cotta sculptures. For centuries the stairs have bee...

Richard Taddei (1946) is a American artist known for his abstracted male nudes and decorative art. In addition to his paintings, Richard has designed theater posters, wallpaper, and worked on numerous murals. His decorative painting can be seen in residences in Monte Carlo, Venice, and Marrakech.[4...

Oaxaca, Mexico: Easygoing and vibrant, Oaxaca offers the best of southern Mexican charm, pairing lively festivals and entertainment with fantastic cuisine and unique cultural attractions. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Oaxaca is home to the spectacular Macedonio Alcala Theater and a short drive from ...