Castles

Italy has a unique artistic heritage. However, many of its ‘gems’ not only get left in storage, far from sight, but they’re often left in neglectful conditions. One of these is Sammezzano Castle, a masterpiece of 19th century “orientalist” art (so much so that critics compared it to the Sistine Chapel), with a park that … Continue reading »

March 22 1282, Dafydd ap Gruffudd attacked Hawarden Castle, an attack which started the final conflict with Plantagenet-ruled England, in the course of which Welsh independence was lost. Here’s what we know (as they  say in the newspapers) In 1255, Llywelyn ap Gruffydd defeated his brothers Owain (d.1282) and Dafydd (d.1283), in battle at Bryn … Continue reading »

By a County Press reporter Published on Wednesday, March 22, 2017 – 10:21 The Isle of Wight has a lot to offer visiting schools, according to Education Destination. Carisbrooke Castle by Isle of Wight County Press. ISLAND schools are invited to join their mainland colleagues on the very first Teacher Taster Weekend, highlighting the very … Continue reading »

The National Trust for Scotland chief executive says it is “almost inevitable” it will merge with the government body for historic buildings 22nd March 2017 by Susan Smith The chief executive of Scotland’s biggest conservation charity has said he believes it is almost inevitable it will merge with a similar government body. The National Trust … Continue reading »

Published: 07:02 EDT, 22 March 2017 | Updated: 09:41 EDT, 22 March 2017 A devoted father who spent 40 years building his son a castle has now listed the property for sale – but he wants to sell to a family who will love the home as much as he does.  John Lavender, 63, started … Continue reading »

This mountain range gives Transylvania — a name derived from Medieval Latin, meaning “the land beyond the forest” — a natural border inside Romania, and a unique cultural identity. Saxons settled the region in the 12th century, bringing with them the German language, universal education and the construction of iconic “fairytale” towns, each built around … Continue reading »

Gary McDonald Business Editor 22 March, 2017 01:00 A LONG-delayed scheme to convert a dilapidated castle in Co Armagh into a luxury 40-bedroom four-star boutique hotel, spa and wellness centre has finally been kick-started with the help of nearly £1 million of taxpayers’ money. Jaramas Investments NI Ltd, fronted by Australian investor Mick Boyle and … Continue reading »

Ten Reasons to visit Lithuania Vilnius – pearl of the Baltic Vilnius the exciting, multicultural capital, has sidewalk cafés, pubs and bars with live music, picturesque lanes, a castle complex and a great number of churches. In 1994 its historical center was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One of the best-known sights in Vilnius … Continue reading »

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“How does anything happen? I went to the Hamptons”. Mention Long Island and you’re likely to hear a story of summer antics that happened in one of the far east towns on Hamptons. While you’d be hard-pressed to find a better place in New York to spend a warm, sunny day, the lure and luxury … Continue reading »