Dubrovnik is a beautiful city in Croatia situated on the Adriatic Sea that has long been known as the “Pearl of the Mediterranean”. This fortress city originally called Ragusa was established in the 7th century by refugees fleeing from Epiduaram. Dubrovnik’s long history makes it a fascinating walk through time as you visit its architectural […]
Continue readingParis is a beacon for any traveler, hosting some of the world’s most ornate architecture, foods, and styles. This “city of lights” transports you through centuries of history and culture as you wander its cobbled streets, take in the sunsets over the Seine and marvel the beautiful buildings that have housed so many creative and […]
Continue readingStepping onto the streets of Prague is like stepping into a fairy tale. The cobbled pathways, the stunning mix of architecture, the seemingly candy coated buildings and sweet smells wafting from the local shops offer an amazing European experience few have come to know. Having a long and somewhat sordid past has previously kept this […]
Continue readingWhile most history-nerds are obsessed with Rome, the truth is that the rest of Italian history is just as fascinating, which is exactly why we wrote this article about the history of Palermo! Our list covers the MUST KNOW parts of Palermo’s history. By the end of this list, you’ll never look at this Italian […]
Continue readingAs the capital of Austria, Vienna is known for a rich history that goes all the way back to the first post-Christian century in which the Romans set up camp in Vindobona. Get ready to be dazzled by Vienna’s stunning history filled with palaces, cathedrals, and even a Spanish Riding School— all of which are […]
Continue readingThe capital of the vibrant and bright country of Spain is Madrid. Madrid has an ancient documented history, which dates all the way back to the 9th century. However, it has had human inhabitants since the Stone Age! Together let’s dive into the history of Madrid and into all the delectable fun facts we can […]
Continue readingHas anyone seen Aphrodite walking around lately? Well, if you’re interested in the history of Athens, maybe we should focus more on the goddess the city was named after: Athena. Athens is the capital city of Greece and is a bustling metropolitan city that is heaped in ancient history. Just take a peek at the […]
Continue readingLittle did you know friends, but Portugal was actually named after Porto. You read that correctly! There was some Latin involved, and some Romans, but eventually the Condado Portucalense led to the country of Portugal. Not only does the city’s name itself flag our attention, ensuring that this city will be chock full of fun […]
Continue readingSeville, also called Sevilla, is the fourth largest city in Spain and sits in southern Spain just north of the Atlantic Ocean. Seville is actually the capital city of the Andalusia community! We’re going to come in strong with an incredibly juicy fun fact about Seville— it was the filming location for the Kingdom of […]
Continue readingLocated along the coast of the Adriatic Sea, in central and southeast Europe, lies Croatia. This crescent-shaped country is a premier travel destination for holiday tourists, who fall in love with the Croatian culture, cuisine, and coast! If you’re planning a Croatian holiday, or just interested in a bit of history, we’ve compiled a Croatia […]
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