The German cruiser Elisabeth noticed that there were particles of fumes and ashes ascending into the sky above an abandoned mountainous island. That was in May 1883 and little did they know about the chaos that was about to come. Other ships began to notice the unsettling rumblings coming from the island, whose name was …
If you’re ever in Florence, make sure to visit the Uffizi Gallery. It is home to some of the world’s most famous paintings, including Botticelli’s “The Birth of Venus.” But with so many amazing works of art on display, it can be tough to know which ones to see. So we’ve put together a list …
We all know Charles Dickens to be one of the greatest writers this world have ever seen. During his lifetime, he blessed the world with 15 novels. He also wrote various short stories, essays, articles and novellas. For those who don’t, here’s a little biography of the famous writer. Charles John Huffam Dickens, (born 7 …
From kids to adults, we all adore the beautiful tale that is Beauty and the Beast, which some believe is the greatest Disney story of all time. Before various adaptations, depictions through films, and animated movies, it was first introduced as a part of a storybook collection published in 1740. However, the much-renowned version of …
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Whenever we hear about the Mona Lisa, the beautiful painting sketched by Leonardo Da Vinci comes to our mind. It has become so famous that even people not interested in art know all about it. It has also enjoyed its limelight in books and movies and is still captivating the hearts of many. The mysteries …
HMS Victory was a Royal Navy Ship that was launched back in 1737. It was a warship that defended the waters of the English channels but unfortunately, after seven years it was wrecked into pieces that took the lives of 1,100 sailors. A few years ago, the remains of the wreck of HMS Victory were …
The statue of David is one of the most iconic Renaissance sculptures, having enduring appeal through the centuries. Michelangelo’s renowned art continues to captivate the imagination and attract visitors to marvel at its artistic sophistication and finesse today, more than five centuries after it was originally commissioned. Why is the Statue of David so famous? …
The Pantheon is a building in Rome that is beloved by many tourists. Many can’t believe just how old it is and how it has stood the test of time. Many incredible events have taken place since it was created but through all of Rome’s brutal history, the Pantheon has remained intact. Here we take …