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The Holy Grail - Chalice, Bowl or Person
The Holy Grail is, arguably, the most celebrated piece of tableware from the last two thousand years. So much so that there are 200 goblets throughout Europe which claim the honour. Over the centuries, it has inspired great art and literature.
The Wine Dark Sea: A Historical Introduction
Once, foreigners were drawn to Southern Italy and Sicily by the riches to be garnered from their fertility and their …
Art and Culture in Spain: A Historical Introduction
Modern Spain occupies two thirds of the Iberian peninsula, an arid mountainous outpost of the Eurasian landmass which, separated from …
Historical Background: The History of Lisbon & Portugal
During the Prehistoric period the valley in which the heart of Lisbon now lies was the bed of a forked …
Andalucia: A Historical Introduction
The Andalucia of reality is even more remarkable than the romantic dream evoked by its name. It lives as the …
Romania Revealed: A Historical Introduction
Romania is one of the most culturally diverse countries in Europe, and therefore one of the most interesting in which …
The Silk Route: from Xian to Tashkent: Historical Overview
This tour is an epic journey to ancient cities in China, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan that waxed and waned over two …
Silk Road Cities: A Historical Introduction
At the centre of the Eurasian continent lies the Central Asian steppe, a vast expanse of rugged pasture land and …
Eastern Turkey: A Historical Introduction
Eastern Turkey, the land beyond the Upper Euphrates, stands in stark contrast to better-known Turkish Mediterranean fringe. A ruggedly alluring …
Paradors of Spain
One of the highlights of this tour will be our accommodation in several Spanish heritage buildings including the two finest …
