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London's rich history is etched in its countless monuments, many honoring heroes and pioneers. But tucked away in a peaceful corner of Islington, a unique statue celebrates a different kind of legend: Street Cat Bob.

Feline Fame: Paying Tribute at the Street Cat Bob Memorial

London
4 min read
24/07/202405/08/2024

Born in the 1350s, Richard Whittington was a real historical figure who rose from humble origins to become a wealthy merchant and three-time Lord Mayor of London. However, the tale of his loyal feline companion, Dick Whittington's Cat, blurs the lines between fact and folklore. And I love this story exactly because of that. In a concentrated way, this is the story.

The Magical Story of Dick Whittington’s Cat in London

London
6 min read
08/07/202422/07/2024

Visiting London’s Covid Memorial Wall: A Reflection on Loss and Remembrance

London
5 min read
06/03/202429/08/2024

The bustling district around Potsdamer Platz is home to Marlene-Dietrich-Platz, a modern square paying homage to her lasting impact. After the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reunification, Berlin immortalized Dietrich here, in what was once 'no man's land' between East and West.

Marlene Dietrich Berlin: Exploring the Berlin Legacy of an Enigma

Berlin
5 min read
20/02/202427/02/2024

The Tragic End of Rosa Luxemburg: A Berlin Memorial in the Tiergarten

Berlin
5 min read
15/01/202415/01/2024

The Seelow Heights Memorial is a solemn tribute to the ferocious Battle of Berlin during the Second World War, where more than one million men clashed at the opening phase. Perched some 90 kilometers east of the city, this historic site played a pivotal role in shaping the war's course. As the Soviet forces clashed with the Nazi defenders, the Seelow Heights became a formidable obstacle.

Exploring the Seelow Heights Memorial: The Battle for the ‘Gates of Berlin’

Germany
5 min read
19/06/202319/12/2023

If you're interested in politics and history, visiting the Marx Memorial Library in London should be on your list of must-see destinations. The library is dedicated to studying and preserving the works of Friedrich Engels and Karl Marx, two of the most influential philosophers of the 19th century.

The Marx Memorial Library: Exploring the History of Marxism in London

London, United Kingdom
6 min read
21/03/202315/01/2024

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

The Berlin Wall Memorial, also known in German as Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer, is a mix of monuments and museums commemorating the city's division by the Berlin Wall and the people who died because of it. And we consider it to be the best place to learn about the wall and how it affected the city and the entire continent.

The Berlin Wall Memorial: A Visit to the Border Control on Bernauer Strasse

Berlin
8 min read
15/09/202121/12/2023

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