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Located in the western outskirts of Berlin, the Berlin-Grunewald station was used to deport Jews to ghettos and extermination camps in the east. Today, where all of this happened, there is the Platform 17 Memorial inaugurated in January 1998 to commemorate the deportation done by Deutsche Reichsbahn during the years of Nazi Germany.

A Journey Through Time: Discovering Five Essential Jewish Historical Sites in Berlin

Berlin
5 min read
28/03/202528/03/2025

A City of Souls: Exploring the Jewish Cemetery in Berlin-Weissensee

Berlin
7 min read
02/02/202517/02/2025

Dresden, the capital of Saxony, is known for its stunning architecture and rich cultural heritage. Often called the "Florence on the Elbe," Dresden boasts impressive landmarks such as the Zwinger Palace and the Frauenkirche church.

Travel Tips: A Decade of Roaming, A Lifetime of Lessons

Tips and Tricks
8 min read
27/01/202524/02/2025

However, the story doesn't end there. In July 2015, Murnau's final resting place in Stahnsdorf South-Western Cemetery was desecrated in an unusual set of circumstances. His skull was stolen, and although wax residue found at the scene hinted at a possible occult motive, the perpetrators and their intentions remain shrouded in mystery. This macabre incident has cast a shadow over the legacy of one of cinema's most visionary figures, leaving an enduring question mark alongside his undeniable contributions to the art form. His skull has not been recovered since.

The Ghost of F.W. Murnau in Berlin: Unearthing His Secrets in the German Capital

Berlin
7 min read
19/06/202424/03/2025

Whenever people think about Paris, the City of Lights summons images of the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and romantic strolls along the Seine. But beyond these iconic landmarks lies a treasure trove of unexpected delights for the curious traveler.

Unusual Things to Do in Paris: A Quirky Guide to the City of Light

Paris
7 min read
30/05/202419/05/2024

Under the romantic streets of Paris lies a world of darkness filled with the skeletal remains of millions of people. The Paris Catacombs hold a strange appeal, drawing those fascinated by the macabre and off-the-beaten-path history.

The Paris Catacombs: Descend into Darkness in the City of Lights

Paris
5 min read
05/05/202408/05/2024

Tucked away amidst the timeless beauty of Paris lies the final resting place of the "Poet of the Piano," Frédéric Chopin. Renowned for his remarkable contributions to the Romantic movement, Chopin's musical legacy has left an unforgettable mark on the world.

Chasing Chopin in Paris: Discovering the Maestro’s Resting Place

Paris
5 min read
20/01/202420/01/2024

The Pyramid of Caius Cestius is an ancient pyramid-shaped monument in the Testaccio neighborhood of Rome, Italy. It was built as a tomb for the Roman magistrate and priest Caius Cestius in 12 BC, during the reign of Emperor Augustus.

Pyramid of Caius Cestius: A Timeless Marvel in the Heart of Rome

Italy, Rome
8 min read
24/02/202327/02/2024

While most people will be familiar with the Soviet War Memorial at Treptow and Tiergarten, hardly any tourists find themselves visiting the Soviet War Memorial in the Schönholzer Heide. This is such a pity because the memorial is beautiful.

Soviet War Memorial on Schönholzer Heide

Berlin
5 min read
06/12/202101/12/2023

Here we will talk a little bit about the reason why the Friedhofsbahn was built, how it shut down, and why some people want it back. Also, since this is the same abandoned train track used as a location in Netflix’s series Dark, we will talk about the hike in the forest, following the train tracks the connect the bridge to the church in Dark.

Exploring the Friedhofsbahn: The Old Wannsee – Stahnsdorf Railway Line

Berlin, Urbex
9 min read
13/05/202111/12/2024

The Soviet Memorial in the Tiergarten is one of the many war memorials that can be found around Berlin. From the prominent memorials erected by the Soviet Union after the end of the Second World War, this is the most famous and most visited since it lies close to Berlin's leading tourist destinations.

Soviet Memorial in the Tiergarten

Berlin
6 min read
17/11/202008/12/2020

The III. Städtischer Friedhof Stubenrauchstraße is a state-owned cemetery that was created back in 1881 when Friedenau was still a rural community. It was expanded a few times until it reached its current size in 1912. Today, it’s the final resting place of numerous painters, writers, actors, and musicians. Besides, Marlene Dietrich (1901-1992), you will find the last resting place of Ferruccio Busoni (1866–1924), Helmut Newton (1920–2004), and many more.

Marlene Dietrich Grave in Berlin: a visit to Städtischer Friedhof in Friedenau

Berlin
4 min read
23/02/202003/04/2024

Workers of all lands unite, this is what you can read when you approach the tomb of Karl Marx at the Highgate Cemetery in North London. These are the final words of the Communist Manifesto, and this is the last resting place of Karl Marx, so they match really well.

The Tomb of Karl Marx: A Place of Pilgrimage for Leftists in London

London
5 min read
14/10/201812/11/2024

On the way between my hotel and King’s Cross, there was a park. A park with a familiar name but one of those names that doesn’t ring a bell but that you still think you know what it is. The park I’m mentioning here is called Joseph Grimaldi Park, and it’s named after the person that many consider being the world’s most famous clown, the great Joseph Grimaldi.

Joseph Grimaldi Park in North London: where the world’s most famous clown is buried

London
4 min read
25/05/201714/01/2024

For some people, myself included there, Vysehrad Cemetery is one of Prague’s main attractions. This happens because this is the final resting place of a lot of the most important artists and thinkers from the Czech Republic. Including there Antonín Dvořák, Ladislav Šaloun, Bedřich Smetana and Alphonse Mucha, the main reason why I spent so much time walking around the cemetery.

A visit to Vysehrad Cemetery and Slavin in Prague

Prague
7 min read
12/12/201629/06/2020