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Luxembourg’s industrial past, reborn
Take a mining train and explore industrial giants As UNESCO World Heritage Sites , Luxembourg City’s old town and fortifications, or the legendary photography exhibition The Family of Man , by Edward Steichen, at Clervaux Castle, will take your breath away. If you seek slightly off-the-beaten-track, awe-inspiring sites, take a trip to the country’s south, also known as the Minett . Steel generated over a quarter of the country’s wealth at one point; the Minett region is now breathing new life …
Discover special sites in Serbia
Bread and earth within us Today’s world is increasingly one of electronics, IT and science, yet people are still attracted to the basic forms of life and creation. Are the large terracotta sculptures in Kikinda related to the Pannonian Sea, which became the Pannonian Plain millions of years ago? Is earth energy transferred to the artist through the material, and do artists then transfer important ideas, feelings, and thoughts to us, the observers? The Terra Museum in Kikinda could be considered …
Switzerland’s unique villages
Charming places, hidden from the crowds Choose from more than 50 unique villages on the Grand Tour of Switzerland. Each represents the country and region in its own unique ways, highlighting traditions and local cultures. Seeing various styles of architecture representing the eras of their construction, you’ll experience Switzerland as never before. Let’s discover some of these buildings! Saint-Saphorin Saint-Saphorin, an enchanting winegrowing village in the Lavaux vineyards, is situated at …
Indigenous Europe
The Sámi and their remarkable culture Deep in the north of Europe, where the snow blankets the forest floor, there live indigenous people who have called this land home for centuries. The homeland of the Sámi spans parts of Finland, Sweden, and Norway, though their unique culture has penetrated these countries (and beyond) to a great extent. Known for their in the outdoors, especially with huge herds of reindeer upon which they rely, the Sámi have much to share about loving, respecting, and …
Unexplored gems of European history
Discover five unexplored gems of European History Europe offers a treasure trove of history and culture. Here we take a look at what awaits those who venture off the beaten track and at five of my personal favorites . 1. Trieste and its hinterland, Italy and Slovenia Pushed to nominate my favorite city getaway in Europe, I would opt for Trieste . This least Italian of all Italian cities is perched on a narrow finger of flattish land at the very head of the Adriatic. Behind the city, the hills …
Viking history in Estonia
Secrets of the Salme ship burials revealed When you think of Vikings, you think of Scandinavia—Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Iceland. But two ships found buried in the sands of Saaremaa, Estonia’s largest island, have ushered in a new understanding of the Viking Age. What happened in Saaremaa? Sometime between 700 and 750 AD, two boats pulled up along the southwestern shore of Saaremaa . Local islanders engaged the sailors in battle, killing at least 42 of them. The surviving sailors placed …
Ireland’s historic gems
Discover the island’s most storied locations Fancy delving into Ireland’s fascinating history and legends? Add some of these incredible sites to your itinerary! Northern Ireland’s Dunluce Castle is possibly one of the most dramatic places on earth, where 14 th -century castle ruins are perched 100ft/30m above the wild ocean. Over the years, Dunluce has borne tales of wailing banshees, smugglers, and tragic lovers. In the 17th century, part of the castle simply crumbled into the sea during a …
Flanders' favorite: The Mystic Lamb
The Mystic Lamb The tremendous tale of a masterpiece The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, also known as the Ghent Altarpiece, is a masterpiece without equal. Notably, it is also the most frequently stolen piece of art of all time, has escaped devastating fire several times, and has even been partially sawn through. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of this gem. May 6 th , 1432, was a turning point in Western art history. That day, the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb was first installed in …
History treasures in Romania
Travel back in time Romania’s rich history has significantly shaped the country’s culture. From the Neolithic era to the 5th century B.C., when Greek sailors founded the first cities, to the expansion of the Roman Empire, when Emperor Trajan fought the brave Dacians, and many more recent events, all have left Romania with valuable cultural endowments. Six Dacian fortresses, including the ruins of seven temples, are included on the UNESCO World Heritage list; the most famous one is Sarmizegetusa …
Hungary: 1,000 faces of art
Contemporary art thrives in Budapest Budapest’s love of art in forms has existed for centuries and is as alive today as ever. New talent is discovered constantly, and a wide range of locations are only too happy to present new generations of artistic genius to the public. Hungarian House of Music The organic architecture of the Hungari an House of M usic , next to Lake Városligeti between Vajdahunyad Castle and the Ice Rink, blurs the line between nature and man-made structures. Under its …