The talking stones of Uppsala
Rune stones can be entertaining. In Uppsala, magnificent examples can be found in the university park and tell of the life of the Vikings
Cult and culture in Uppsala
Uppsala, scene of the Viking Age, center of power of the church and royal house as well as a place of science and today an exciting travel destination in Sweden
When is a castle a castle?
Old King Fritz transformed Potsdam into a royal seat. With twelve palaces and numerous gardens, Potsdam’s cultural landscape is the largest German Unesco World Heritage Site
Stalactites below Gozo
While trying to dig a well behind his house, Guzepp Rapa came across a stalactite cave. Today, the geological sensation can be visited
Malta’s ancient megalithic temples
Malta is home to the oldest free-standing buildings. An opportunity to reflect on the origins of human coexistence in the Stone Age
Michigan and heavy industry
160 years ago, strong deflections on a compass needle indicated a large iron ore deposit that brought jobs and prosperity. What remains are cinemas, pubs, cannabis
Potsdam and the German dream factory
Babelsberg is a household name in Hollywood. The German dream factory holds several records in cinema history. The Potsdam Film Museum is also worth a visit
Joe Biden’s controversial cannibal anecdote
Photo report reveals the spark of truth behind Joe Biden’s hint about his uncle’s whereabouts
Architectural highlight in Tbilisi
The skybridge in the capital of Georgia is known worldwide for its connecting bridges at dizzying heights, but locals love it for something else
Vivian Maier: A life through the viewfinder
A decade ago, experts and the general public were surprised by the impressive photographic work of a previously unknown artist
HR Giger’s Alien in the Castle
The dark nightmare worlds of the surrealist artist from films such as Alien, Dune and Poltergeist live on in the HR Giger Museum. A visit is a must for science fiction fans and a test of courage for everyone else
Bénichon, Kilbi? Definitely Fribourg!
The Kilbi is a festival celebrated in the canton of Fribourg and is one of Switzerland’s living traditions. The cuchaule, a brioche with saffron, is the queen of the festive menu
