Arts & Architecture4 days agoThe Italian village that belongs to no oneAfter a Ligurian hilltop village was destroyed by an earthquake, a group of artists rebuilt from the ruins. Now residents of this popular tourist attraction are facing eviction.4 days agoTravel13 Jun 2024Move over Beatles, Liverpool is now 'Taylor Town'A playable, moss-covered piano for Folklore; a sepia-toned mural that calls to the Tortured Poets Department: Taylor Swift's "eras" are all over the city ahead of her three tour dates.13 Jun 2024Travel3 May 2024Sleep like a samurai in Kyoto's shōgun-era ryokanRun by the same family for the past 12 generations, this more-than-300-year-old inn is considered one of the finest in all of Japan.3 May 2024Travel23 Apr 2024The Shōgun-era story of Japan's samurai cityThe breakout series Shōgun has renewed interest in the clashing swords and political maneuvering of Japan's feudal era – and the city of Kanazawa is an excellent place to learn more.23 Apr 2024Travel13 Dec 2023Seoul's seven best Buddhist templesFrom Jogyesa to Gilsanga, these are the must-visit temples every traveller should see, according to an acclaimed local Buddhist priest.13 Dec 2023Travel3 Nov 2023The monument that was once rejectedIn honour of its 50th anniversary, Sydney-based correspondent Nick Bryant explains how the building came to symbolise Australia, and why its original architect never saw it in person.3 Nov 2023Travel24 Sep 2023Hong Kong's best museums for cultureFrom contemporary art at M+ to a immersive retail experience at K11 MUSEA, museum director Suhanya Raffel shares her six favourite spaces in Hong Kong.24 Sep 2023Travel20 Sep 2023Where to find London's 'lost' palacesFrom hidden spots at the Tower of London to the "lost" and little-known Jewel Tower, Tracy Borman shares her tips and tricks for getting the most out of London's royal sites.20 Sep 2023Travel19 May 2023A 5,000-year-old craft under threatThatched buildings are deeply connected to Japan's history and culture, yet few survive. However, a cluster of villages near Kyoto are keeping this ancient tradition alive.19 May 2023Travel