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Join date: Jun 20, 2023
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⭐️ European lady in her early 30s. I am passionate about history, Middle Ages, China, and geopolitics.
🏰 An aspiring journalist, when I am not writing on the blog I work as a press office executive.
🏯 English is not my native language but I try my best.
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Oct 8, 2026 ∙ 30 min
Guide to Tian'anmen Square in Beijing: History, Landmarks, Meaning, Map
Tian'anmen Square is a unique place in China and in the world, and reasonably one of the biggest public spaces on Earth: with its gigantic proportions, it can accommodate up to 600,000 people - a number that may shock us once we are able to perceive its immensity. And yet, the square did not exist until very recent times, and wasn't even called this, despite Tian'anmen (the Forbidden City's gate) having stood there since the 15th century. Why? Because the area...
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Apr 17, 2026 ∙ 34 min
Mosel Valley Wine Region: A Tour of its History and Culture with Map and Itinerary
Mosel Valley travel guide blending history and landscape, featuring castles, Roman ruins, vineyard-covered hills, and picturesque towns like Bernkastel-Kues and Beilstein. Includes a curated itinerary, cultural insights on German heritage, and an interactive map to explore key sites along the river, from Trier to Cochem, combining scenic routes, architecture, and historical depth.
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Oct 23, 2025 ∙ 34 min
Edinburgh's Royal Mile: A Tour Through Its History and Landmarks
A complete cultural guide to Edinburgh’s Royal Mile: history, map, top landmarks, walking tour, things to do, historic accommodation, and tips to explore Scotland’s most iconic street.
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Jul 17, 2025 ∙ 5 min
"The World of Yesterday" by S. Zweig: A Manual of the Future
A book published in 1942, I told myself, what harm can it do to me? It's probably just an alternative to regular history books about the early 20th century. But The World of Yesterday turned out to be something else. And it hurt, it hurt tremendously.
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Jul 11, 2025 ∙ 35 min
Where To Find Medieval Paris: History, Landmarks, and Map
Uncover the rich history and architecture of Medieval Paris in this detailed guide. Featuring key landmarks, maps, a 1-day itinerary, and expert insights into Gothic churches, civic buildings, and urban life
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Feb 19, 2025 ∙ 37 min
The Forbidden City in Beijing: History, Map, and What to See
Ah, the Forbidden City! Who hasn't heard about it at least once? Its history is legendary, its architecture is iconic and its extension is..
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