The Great Plague: How Did Padua Face Its Darkest Threat?
It's 1630, and northern Italy is facing one of its darkest moments—the Great Plague. Bubonic plague …
How Did Oktoberfest Become the World’s Biggest Beer Bash?
Oktoberfest didn't start as a beer festival. Nope, it began with a royal wedding! Back in 1810, Crow…
What's Up With All the Lions in Venice?
Let’s go back to the year 828 A.D., when a group of bold Venetian merchants embarked on a mission th…
What Are the Secrets of Place du Champ Jacquet?
Place du Champ Jacquet isn't just some picturesque square in Rennes; it's like stepping into a giant…
Why Is There a Big Empty Niche in the City Hall of Rennes?
Rennes City Hall isn’t just a place where politicians shuffle papers and make decisions; it's a surv…
