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Holy Roman Empire

A hidden gem in Europe’s smallest capital city – Ljubljana

2011-05-10 by Mike Wheatley

Ljubljana, one of Europe's most charming capital cities

With its tiny, 2 million population, Slovenia is probably one of the most overlooked destinations in Eastern Europe, yet it’s also one of the most unexpectedly delightful of them all. Located where the worlds of the Germanic, Slavic and Mediterranean people meet, Slovenia proudly boasts breathtaking mountains, eerie caverns, lush countryside and historic villas. Existing […]

Tags: Art Deco, Art Noveau, Cobblers’ Bridge, Germanic, Hapsburg Empire, Holy Roman Empire, Joze Pecnik, Ljubljana, Ljubljanica River, Mediterranean, Slavic, slovenia, Triple Bridge, Venetian style, venice, Vienna

Maryland Connects With Baltics for Christmas Tidings

2010-11-16 by Phil Butler

The Livinian Brothers of the Sword

A Maryland Christmas tree growing association seeks to connect with the original birthplace of decorated tree celebration. Using a government grant, the growers connect with the Baltic country of Latvia, hoping to tie the world of Christmas more closely together. Agrophilia Travel News takes a look at the nebulous search for Christmas tree celebratory origin.

Tags: Brothers of the Sword, Christmas, Christmas in Europe, Christmas research, Christmas travel, clebrations, Federal grants, Holy Roman Empire, Livonian Order, Maryland Christmas Tree Association, Medieval Livonia, origin of Christmas, Terra Mariana, world celebrations




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2021-03-03 By Argophilia Travel News

This USGS reported a magnitude 6.3 earthquake centered 10 km WNW of Týrnavos, Greece. No serious damage or injuries have been reported.

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National Vaccination Committee President Maria Theodoridou says vaccinations in Greece will exceed one million within a week.

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