History

Ferragosto in Sicily: A Summer Trip to Palermo, Catania and Syracuse

Take a trip with us to the magnificent cities of Sicily this August! This week we're exploring Paler ...

Thu 03 Aug 2023

10 Things to See at the Tower of London

Find out what you need to see at the iconic Tower of London, and discover why the imposing river-sid ...

Tue 01 Aug 2023

The Miracle of the Snow at Rome's Santa Maria Maggiore

Every year on August 5th, Romans come together to commemorate a miraculous ancient summer snowfall ...

Thu 27 Jul 2023

Greek Mythology and Its Influence On Modern-Day Greece

Explore how ancient Greek mythology continues to shape the modern world.

Wed 26 Jul 2023

Was the Colosseum Covered? The Story of the Velarium

Learn all about the Colosseum's incredible retractable roof, known as the Velarium

Tue 18 Jul 2023

The Unique Traditions of Greek Easter Celebrations

Fri 14 Jul 2023

7 Fun Facts About Trafalgar Square in London

Trafalgar Square is London's most iconic public space - find out all about it with us!

Tue 11 Jul 2023

Ephesus Turkey, discovering the Ancient City

I look into the famous ancient city of Ephesus and some of its most important tourist and religious ...

Sun 30 Jul 2023

The Palau de la Música Catalana: A Modernist Gem in Barcelona

Discover a magnificent gem of modernist architecture in Barcelona with our guide to the spectacular ...

Thu 06 Jul 2023

All About the Parthenon Marbles in the British Museum

Discover everything you need to know about the Parthenon marbles in the British Museum, and find out ...

Thu 29 Jun 2023

The Ancient Theater of Epidaurus in Athens: A Marvel of Acoustics

Exploring the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus in Athens and learning about the engineering marvel it is...

Wed 28 Jun 2023

Christopher Columbus Hitches a Ride in the Vatican Museums' Hall of Maps

Discover the history of Columbus heading to the new world as depicted in the Hall of Maps in the ...

Thu 22 Jun 2023