A photo essay explores how Rome's historic center is being reorganized around the continuous flow of visitors, with changes like temporary routes and increased facilities to manage tourist expectations.

A parking space in an underground garage in Rome's historic center, near Piazza Navona, has been listed for sale at a record-breaking €260,000, a sum for which a two-room apartment could be purchased elsewhere in the city.

Tourism in Athens is reportedly too heavily concentrated in its historic center, raising concerns about sustainability, visitor experience, and the distribution of economic benefits across the city.

U2 surprised fans with a performance atop a bus in Mexico City’s Historic Center, prompting questions about the reason behind the unusual concert.

A heated dispute erupted in the Italian Council of Ministers between Salvini and Sangiuliano over accelerated procedures in historic centers for the housing plan, leading to Prime Minister Meloni's anger at her ministers.

Warsaw is being highlighted as an ideal European city for a spring getaway, boasting a UNESCO-listed historic center, blooming parks, riverside cafes, and modern shopping districts.

The historic center of Thessaloniki was transformed into a scene of profound devotion as crowds of thousands of faithful followed the processions of five Epitaphs. For the third consecutive year, these processions culminated in Aristotelous Square during Holy Week.

After several years of preparation, the streets in the historic center of Pardubice, Czech Republic, are scheduled for extensive repairs this year. The city plans to pave Wernerovo nábřeží, Bartolomějská, and Pod Sklípky streets, which are currently gravel, and repair the embankment.

An apartment building is being constructed without proper permits on Arhanghel Mihail Street in Chisinau's historic center, on land belonging to the City Hall. The construction company involved has a history of scandals.

A groundbreaking archaeological discovery of a 2000-year-old Roman forum beneath a hotel in Barcelona's historic center is prompting historians to re-evaluate the layout of the ancient Roman city of Barcino.

The Russian army has initiated a spring offensive, launching hundreds of kamikaze drones against Ukrainian cities, including a rare daytime attack that struck the historic center of Lviv, which Ukrainian officials have already deemed unsuccessful.

Pop megastars BTS returned after more than three years with a huge comeback concert in the historic center of Seoul, electrifying fans in the South Korean capital.

New traffic restrictions have been implemented in the historic center of Sintra, Portugal, aimed at improving circulation and safety for residents and workers in the town.

In Plaka, in the heart of the historic center, architect Dimitra Karampelia redesigns a neoclassical house from 1920, transforming an old guesthouse into a modern and elegant residence for...

In the heart of Bucharest's Historic Center, on Franceză Street, one of the city's oldest arteries, stands Casa M.

The "Lumang Bayan ng Dapitan" in Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines, was officially declared a heritage zone or historic center by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines in May 2011.

A decaying building in Ostrava's historic center, featuring the iconic 'Ostravská Madona' painting, is set for reconstruction into dozens of apartments, though the owner is currently searching for lion statues.

The MALHA cultural program is inviting residents of Porto to celebrate and reflect on the city's historic center, marking 30 years since its classification as a UNESCO World Heritage site with public events including visits, concerts, and exhibitions.

The Irish rock band U2 surprised fans with a performance atop a bus in Mexico City's Historic Center, a vehicle painted by local artist Chavis Mármol, marking a unique event for the city.

The fire occurred in Grand Rue Mario Roustan, a narrow street in the historic center of Sète where many shops occupy the ground floors of small buildings, including the two or...

The Historic Center Residents Association in Santarém gathered about 40 people to pressure the city council with proposals for increased police presence and more parking, issues they have raised for over a decade.

Springtime Ljubljana captivates visitors with its riverside cafes, local markets, and car-free historic center, making it an ideal destination for a spring weekend getaway.

Quito's new subway system is transporting over 200,000 passengers daily, contributing to the revival of the city's historic center. The underground transit has brought new life to the areas above ground in Ecuador's capital.

A new decree has come into effect in the Azores, regulating the occupation, rehabilitation, and valorization of the heritage in the historic center of Ribeira Grande.

Sintra's historic center has implemented temporary restrictions on private cars and designated parking for buses until Easter, an experiment that local authorities are considering making permanent.

The non-profit Casa da Horta must vacate its 18-year-old premises in Ribeira due to a non-renewing landlord but has secured a new location in Vitória, provided by the Porto City Council, remaining in the historic center.

The concert in Seoul’s historic center was a grand homecoming for a pivotal force of South Korean soft power. RM, the group’s leader, performed through an ankle injury.

A temporary measure of "experimental mobility with the aim of improving access, the safety of those who live and work, and the visitor experience in the village of Sintra" is in effect until April 6.

A conflict has erupted in Curaçao regarding the future of Willemstad's historic center, pitting the Minister of Traffic, Transport, and Spatial Planning against the Monument Council.

The city of Jihlava is expanding its housing stock by converting unused non-residential spaces and plans to divide larger apartments in the historic center into smaller units to address housing shortages.

Leiria's historic center will host professional photographers on City Day, offering passport-style photos to prove the city's existence and celebrate its image.

The historic center of Český Krumlov will be taken over by high school students for the second annual Majáles festival, featuring a costume parade, extreme sports, and concerts.

Irish rock band U2 filmed scenes for their upcoming single 'Street of Dreams' on the streets of Mexico City's historic center, delighting local residents.

The Boca do Vento elevator, connecting Almada's historic center to the Jardim do Rio, has reopened to the public. The reopening follows two months of maintenance and renovation works.

The city of Prague is holding an electronic auction for rental contracts on twenty apartments of various layouts in its historic center, including streets like Melantrichova and Dušní, which are not designated for social purposes.

Researchers from the Institute of Public Health at the University of Porto organized 'neighbor assemblies' to understand community concerns regarding health and quality of life in the historic center of Porto.

A new "Riga Waterfront" project in Andrejsala, Riga, plans to introduce high-rise buildings that will alter the silhouette of Old Riga over the next 13 years, leading to calls to reduce the historical center's protection zone.

Actor Pedro Pascal declared Mexico City his favorite city in the world while filming his new movie "De Noche" in the Historic Center, where he was surprised by Mayor Clara Brugada.

Portugal's National Day of Historic Centers encourages visits and walks through historical areas, featuring various music and theater performances, including Luta Livre and Os Tubarões, as part of weekend activities.

The world's biggest band, BTS, returned after more than three years with a massive comeback concert in the historic center of Seoul, electrifying fans.

The group’s first concert in nearly four years — held in the historic center of Seoul — was heavy on songs from its new album. They also played a few old hits.

According to the Sintra council, the "experimental mobility" measure aims "to improve access, the safety of those who live and work, and the visitor experience" and runs until April 6th.

A public discussion is underway in Rēzekne regarding the planned construction of a new supermarket in the city's historic center, sparking concern among some residents about changes to the area.

An expert council in Varna, Bulgaria, is set to review a request for the construction of another multi-story building in the city's historic center, raising concerns about replacing a cultural monument with a 14-story structure.