The city walls of Thessaloniki were built by Kassandros after the foundation of the city and later reinforced by the Romans. However, the walls which one can see today originate from the Byzantine period. Due to the constantly increasing traffic, parts of the walls were torn in 1869. 4 km of the originally 8 km […]
Epidaurus – Epidavros – Greece
Epidaurus is approx. 30 km east of Nafplio on the Peloponnese, Greece. The most important building is the theater. It offered place to approx. 14.000 visitors. Its acoustics is so convincing that it is used still today for performances. Like many other sanctuaries, Epidaurus also had a stadium where competitions were regularly held. Please watch […]
Visiting the Parliament in Ottawa
Visitors, interested in Canadian culture, should not miss a visit of the Parliament in Ottawa. The buildings of the parliament consist of three edifices, the East Block, Centre Block and the West Block. Please watch the video You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content, click the button below. […]
In the Old Town of Rhodes
The old town of Rhodes with its nested and narrow lanes reflects the turbulent history of the city and the island. The city was founded after the victory of the Delian League over the Persians in 408 BC. After the Delian League was dissolved, Rhodes became independent. Later, Rhodes approached to the Romans, but fell […]
On the City walls of Rhodes
A walk on the city walls of Rhodes allows a deep insight into fortress construction of the Crusaders. The four kilometer-long construction is not just a wall, but a fortification which is secured repeatedly at strategic positions. Please watch the video You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content, […]
Palace of the Grand Master in Rhodes
The Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes in the City of Rhodes is one of the main attractions of the island of the same name. It was built on the highest point of the city. Today it is assumed that it was the original location of the Colossus of Rhodes. Please […]