These Scottish Aberdeen Rowies are an absolute classic from the North East of Scotland. A weekend treat quite often included a buttery or a rowie for breakfast when we were growing up and I’l…
Enjoy a glimpse of history through old images of Ryton, in Tyne & Wear, North East England, UK. Ryton's economy was built upon agriculture and coal mining, with the first known records of coal being shipped to London dating back to 1367. With the rise of the Industrial Revolution, it became a popular location
Overview of things to do in Sunderland, where to eat & drink, & highlights such as Penshaw Monument, Seaburn Beach, Stadium of Lights & National Glass Centre.
Bohemian Paradise belongs to the most popular tourist destinations in Czechia. The beauty of the landscape and the historic landmarks amaze visitors.
Phrae Travel Guide: Indigo village, teak gingerbread houses, mystifying natural landscapes and more. Check out these top things to do in Phrae, Northern Thailand, and enjoy authentic local experiences before the rest of the world catches on.
Bohus Fortress (also known as Baahus or Båhus, originally: Bagahus) lies along the old Norwegian–Swedish border in Kungälv, Bohuslän, Sweden, north east from Hisingen where the Göta river splits into two branches (20 km (12 mi) north of Gothenburg). It commands the surrounding area from a cliff 40 m (130 ft) high, with the river forming a natural moat around it. The construction of Bohus Fortress (Norwegian: Båhus festning, Swedish: Bohus fästning) began in 1308 under King Haakon V Magnuson, king of Norway from 1299 to 1319. Håkon V also initiated construction of Norwegian fortresses at Akershus and Vardøhus as part of a broader defensive policy. At the time Bohuslän (Båhuslen) was Norwegian territory and served as the main Norwegian defence against Sweden, along the coast as well as the strong point for the Bohuslän region from 1308 to 1658. The fortress was attacked or besieged 14 times, but was never captured. During the Northern Seven Years' War, in 1563-1570, it was seriously damaged. This occurred in 1566, when 250 Swedish soldiers successfully stormed the northeastern-most tower. The Norwegian commander sent in a volunteer to blow up the ammunition stores underneath the tower, killing the Swedes and repelling the attack. As a reward the family of the volunteer got a piece of land which is still owned by the descendants of this volunteer. The Norwegians rebuilt the fortress of stone and brick, and reinforced it substantially. The reconstruction immediately after the war was directed by Hans Paaske (Påske) from the Netherlands. At the end of the 18th century it was decided that the now unused fortress should be demolished. Demolition crews worked at the fortress for two months, after that the money allocated for the job had run out. Residents of the nearby town of Kungälv used the dressed stone from the fortress to build houses. However, much of the fortress is still intact, including the large northern tower, Fars hatt ("Father's hat"). As of 2015, the fortress is a museum open to visitors during summer... more on Wikipedia. The text is available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License; additional terms may apply.
Santa Costanza is a 4th-century church in Rome, Italy, on the Via Nomentana, which runs north-east out of the city. It is a round building with well preserved o...
The Herd Groyne can be found in South Shields, a coastal town in the North East of England, situated at the mouth of the river Tyne downstream from Newcastle upon Tyne. Tabitha is inspired by the old railway posters, her prints are available as unframed or framed digital prints. Personalisation: For personalised prints; each print is handled differently in terms of where your personalised text appears. Tabitha will ensure it looks great! Please check your spelling and grammar. Printing: Greetings cards are 5x7 and come with a recycle brown envelope. Tabitha’s prints as standard are printed using the latest high quality inkjet printer onto matte photo paper. All A4, A3 and A2 prints are printed in house by Tabitha Mary and hand signed. A1 prints are outsourced to the same quality but arrive direct from the printers and are therefore unsigned. Sizes available: A4 (210 x 297mm), A3 (297 x 420mm), A2 (420 x 594 mm) or A1 (594 x 841 mm) Please note A1 prints cannot be despatched outside of the UK. Framing: Tabitha’s frames are custom made in the UK by certified framers and come in the following options: Black and White frames: A 23mm wide flat shaped black/white coloured picture frame moulding. Made from real ayous wood with a paint finish. Oak frame: A 20mm wide flat shaped natural oak coloured picture frame moulding. Made from real oak wood with a barefaced finish. All frames have Acrylic glazing: 1.5mm Clarity+ Premium Synthetic Glass. Is light, safe, optically outstanding, scratch-resistant and will not discolour. Framed orders take 5-10 working days. Please note framed orders cannot be despatched outside of the UK. The Environment: Tabitha has been working tirelessly to ensure that your travel print is as responsibly sourced as possible. From cotton papers to biodegradable corn starch poly bags and even biodegradable stickers, everything about your Tabitha Mary purchase will be recyclable. So you can buy with an eco clear conscience. Yippee! Shopping Small: As a small business I am keen to support other small businesses wherever possible. All my business supplies are sourced from independent retailers. © 2019 Tabitha Mary
The best things to do in Old Montreal for first timers and return visitors. Discover Old Montreal's best places, from the iconic to the well-kept secrets.
The American Bison (Bison bison), also commonly known as the American buffalo or simply buffalo, is a North American species of bison that once roamed North America in vast herds. Its historical range, by 9000 BCE, is described as the great bison belt, a tract of rich grassland that ran from Alaska to the Gulf of Mexico, east to the Atlantic Seaboard (nearly to the Atlantic tidewater in some areas) as far north as New York and south to Georgia and, according to some sources, down to Florida, wit
There are dozens of hotels within the fortifications of Old Quebec City. Why not immerse yourself in history and stay at an old monastery? Le Monastere des Augustines in the heart of Old Quebec is a great place to relax and to treat yourself.
This DIY walking tour of Skopje's historic marketplace, Stara Carsija, shows you the best things to do in Old Bazaar Skopje – including what to eat, where to shop, and what to buy. When I first arrived in Skopje, North Macedonia's quirky yet loveable capital city, I was under the…
Sculptor turned builder Anthony Esteves' work is haunted by the dark side of old New England. "The homes of the 1600s have a ghostly quality," he says. "Th
Friulane are comfortable velvet slippers, versatile shoes that can be worn from daytime to more elegant occasions. They are 100% handmade in the North East part of Italy using no machine work but only stitching by hand and the sole is inspired by the design of old bicycle’s tires. Acid green with acid green gros grain piping White cotton lining Velvet buttoned strap Fits smaller to size
A visit to the Isle of Skye wouldn't be complete without driving the island's most scenic route, the Trotternish Loop.
Portulaca oleracea ( Common Purslane , also known as Verdolaga , Pigweed , Little Hogweed or Pusley ), is an annual succulent in the family Portulacaceae , which can reach 40 cm in height. About 40 varieties are currently cultivated. * It has an extensive old-world distribution extending from North Africa through the Middle East and the Indian Subcontinent to Malesia and Australasia . The species status in the New World is uncertain: it is generally considered an exotic weed, however, there is evidence that the species was in Crawford Lake deposits ( Ontario ) in 1430-89, suggesting that it reached North America in the pre-Columbian era. eed .
Old agricultural buildings informed this modern farmhouse near Montreal, which features walls of reclaimed wood, pitched roofs and a secluded courtyard
Jerusalem Mount Zion, the highest point in ancient Jerusalem, is the broad hill south of the Old City’s Armenian Quarter. Also called Sion, its name in Old Testament times became projected into a m…
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Catalan farmhouse, now a stunning eco-villa, completely rebuilt by a Barcelona architect. Mountain bliss for up to 10 guests and just 20 minutes from Girona.
Fun for young and old on Mallorca: Mia from Uberding tested the TUI BLUE Alcudia Pins with her family. Read what they experienced ☀️
