Renaissance Women of Caravaggio and the Borgia Family: the courtesans and scarlet ladies of XVI century Rome

Welcome, to the most scandalous, jaw-dropping, and utterly fascinating walking tour you never knew you needed! Forget the dry history lectures—this is a tour about the women who made Renaissance Italy sizzle.

We’re diving deep into the world of Renaissance courtesans, scarlet ladies who played a significant role in the politics of Renaissance Europe. Think of them as muses who inspired some of the greatest artists in history. These women weren’t just beautiful; they were brilliant, powerful, and, let’s be honest, they knew how to shake things up in a man’s world.

Over the course of our stroll, you’ll meet seven unforgettable women, each immortalized in paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, Pinturicchio, and other Renaissance masters. These weren’t just pretty faces—they were trendsetters, intellectuals, poets, and, in some cases, royal game-changers. Their lives were filled with passion, intrigue, and, of course, a little scandal (okay, a lot of scandal).

Expect stories of forbidden love, dangerous ambition, and a society that couldn’t decide whether to adore or condemn these women—so naturally, it did both. Luckily for you, I know all their secrets.

So, slip into your most comfortable shoes (and maybe a little attitude) and join me as we step back in time to meet the Renaissance’s most unforgettable Scarlet Ladies.

Trust me, history has never been this juicy.

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