History
Ravenna: Architecture and Mosaics of San Vitale
The tranquil atmosphere of the small Adriatic city of Ravenna as it appears today belies its important role during one of Western history’s principal watersheds: the collapse of the Roman Empire in the West.
The Crafts of Venice
By Em. Prof. Bernard Hoffert One of the most fascinating aspects of Venice is its rich craft tradition. The glories …
Constantine, The City of Bridges
Constantine, the city of bridges has been occupied at various times by the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Ottomans and French
Sardinia & Corsica: Islands of Forgotten Riches, Part I and Part II
A fascinating and mysterious culture developed during the Late Neolithic and Early Bronze Age periods on the Cyclades islands in the central Aegean Sea, known today only as the Cycladic Culture.
An Adriatic Journey from Trieste to Dubrovnik: A Historic Introduction
Based on an article written by Christopher Wood The long, narrow Adriatic Sea has been both a bridge and a …
The Upper Svaneti: Exploring Georgia’s Ancient Towers and Traditions
By Dr Michael Main Writing around the time of Christ, the Greek geographer Strabo described a large population called Soánes …
Exploring East Anglia’s Rich Heritage: History, Culture and Landscape
East Anglia is bordered on all sides by formidable barriers — the North Sea to the east and north, the …
Islands of the Aegean: stories of the Eastern Mediterranean
Few places on earth gather such an abundant mix of mythology, archaeology, and history as the islands of the Aegean. …
