Tag: History
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Bridging History with Serene Structures
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As summer draws to an end, we are sated by the heat, noise and pollution, so I thought I would show you some serenity. Bridges are wondrous things. They have been around since a very long time: think of the Great Wall of China and the Roman aqueducts, to name…
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Contemporary View of a Venerable Past
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Photos: Peter Staes The Costa del Sol’s hinterland is home to a exceptional array of mountain havens that are ideal for a reinvigorating weekend getaway or a longer family holiday. Conveniently located for those travelling from the main coastal urban areas, they offer a wonderful mix of relaxation, cuisine, leisure…
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Prestigious Textile Decoration Exhibition in Madrid
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Textile manufacturer Gancedo is celebrating its 70th anniversary with a special exhibition in Madrid that runs from 27 November to 31 December. Titled “Seven Decades, Seven Decorators: A History of Textile Decoration”, the exhibition covers the last six decades from the 1950s and “A Vision of the Future, represented…
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Excellent Agenda for Literary Festival
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I am more than ever convinced that one of the best reasons for living in Marbella, or just visiting, is the close proximity of the island fortress of Gibraltar. It is a remarkable place – a mighty bastion guarding the entrance to the Mediterranean, a living treasure of modern history,…