Bellver Castle is indeed a fascinating historical landmark situated on a hill about three kilometers west of the center of Palma, the capital city of the Spanish island of Majorca (Mallorca). This unique castle is renowned for its distinctive circular design, making it one of the very few of its kind in Europe. Key features … Read more
Bellver Castle is indeed a fascinating historical landmark situated on a hill about three kilometers west of the center of Palma, the capital city of the Spanish island of Majorca (Mallorca). This unique castle is renowned for its distinctive circular design, making it one of the very few of its kind in Europe. Key … Read more
A fairytale castle with a unique history To discover the Château de la Mothe Chandeniers is to enter a timeless place which goes beyond the framework of the simple monument. After its fire in 1932, this 19th century architectural folly was transformed into a true masterpiece. La Mothe Chandeniers is a unique area, rich in unexpected … Read more
Amidst the overgrown thicket, an abandoned house stood in silent desolation. Its weathered facade, once painted in warm hues, had surrendered to the relentless march of time. The windows, bereft of glass, stared blankly into the world, revealing the emptiness within. The front door, barely clinging to its hinges, creaked in protest as the wind … Read more
Rocca Calascio is one of the most beautiful fortresses in the world. With its 1500 meters in height, overlooking a magnificent panorama, it cannot be described in words! Rocca Calascio is the name of both a small town and a castle in the province of L’Aquila City. The ancient town sits at the top, capped by … Read more
Titanic II to Set Sail in 2024 Retracing the Original Route (Video) Titanic II is on the way, but it’s not a movie. A replica ship is being made in China and aims to give passengers a luxury traveling experience with a historical flavor. Since its spectacular sinking after hitting an iceberg in 1912, the … Read more
for £750k, an abandoned estate dubbed “welsh versailles” is available A 200+ room abandoned estate known as the ‘Welsh Versailles” has been up for sale for £750,000. The 173-year-old estate Kinmel Hall in Abergele, Conwy, North Wales, was previously “let to rot”until being listed for sale last week. During the real estate boom more than … Read more
Nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Eastern State Penitentiary stands as a chilling relic of America’s penal history. This eerie abandoned prison, once heralded as an architectural marvel and a pioneering experiment in rehabilitation, now draws visitors from around the world, eager to explore its haunting corridors and to reflect upon its dark … Read more
Nestled in the picturesque French countryside, the small village of Oradour-sur-Glane hides a haunting secret. Frozen in time, it serves as a poignant memorial to one of the darkest chapters in modern history – the massacre that occurred during World War II. The ruins of Oradour-sur-Glane tell a chilling story of a community forever changed, … Read more
This image is always a favorite and we have many new followers who haven’t seen it, so here it is again. The Cyrus Carpenter & Co. #5 brick-set range was made in Boston in 1885 and remains in daily use in 2022. A brick-set range is built into the masonry chimney mass rather than standing … Read more