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Admire the Stunning Medieval Beauty of This Swiss City

Lucerne is a picturesque town in Switzerland known for its charming and beautiful medieval architecture. Located on the edge of the stunning Lake Lucerne, with snow-capped mountains all around, a walk around this well preserved medieval city is like entering a forgotten enchanted world.

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See Polonnaruwa - A Magical Medieval City In Sri Lanka

The ancient city of Polonnaruwa is about 1,000 years old, and was declared the Sri Lankan capital by the medieval king, Vijayabahu I. His army defeated invaders from the Indian Chola dynasty, who attacked the city in 1070.

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18 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Medieval Times

Life in medieval times varied greatly among peasants, nobles, and clergy, each with their own customs and daily routines. In this video, Dr. Dorsey Armstrong, Professor of English and Medieval Literature, answers your burning questions about this fascinating era.

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Heidelberg Castle - Admire Medieval Europe in Full Glory

Heidelberg, a small city on the Neckar River in southwestern Germany, is no different. This small town is full of antique buildings, an old square, a Medieval gothic church, and Heidelberg University which dates back to the 14th century.

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25 Beautiful Medieval European Destinations You Must Visit

However, while people are aware of the popular locations of the continent like Germany, Italy, France, Greece, and Switzerland, not many know about the charming old medieval towns that present an authentic and traditional side to Europe.

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The Fascinating Lives of Medieval Jesters

Jesters, the entertainers of Medieval kings known for the stereotypical multi-colored costume, lived a far more complex life than we knew. In fact, most of what we have seen on television and in other fictional stories is highly inaccurate.

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Medieval Banquets During Christmas Were Exotic Affairs

Imagine you are living during Medieval times and have been invited for a Christmas feast. Sounds fascinating! But how exactly was Christmas celebrated during the Middle Ages? And what did people eat during the festival?

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Living in a Medieval Castle Is Nothing Like You'd Imagine

Welcome to one of the most unusual homes in the world - a proper medieval castle in Germany. You read that right! This ancient Eltz Castle still functions as a home for its owner Jakob Graf zu Eltz today.

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Why Were Masks SO Popular In Medieval Venice?

The first associations that come to mind when we think about the Italian city of Venice are the famous canals, gondolas, and Venetian masks. The latter of the three - the beautiful and colorful masks - have been worn in Venice since the days of antiquity.

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Here Is a Look At The Reality of Life in Medieval Castles

Living in a medieval castle must have been a glamorous experience. At least, that’s what we have been made to believe by countless movies, books, and mainstream culture. However, a little bit of study will tell you that life in a medieval castle wasn’t all that charming as it is made out to be.

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The BEST of Hilariously Inaccurate Medieval Animal Art

While we cannot describe these Medieval illustrations of hippos, whales, and elephants with a different word than a FAIL, we must understand that many of these Medieval artists had never seen the animals they had to draw and relied solely on their descriptions.

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Eltz Castle - A Spectacular Medieval Treasure Trove

This spectacular medieval castle in Wierschem, Germany has been owned by the Eltz family since 1157 and has been used as their residence for 34 generations.

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Sohei: The Buddhist Warrior Monks of Medieval Japan

One of the most fearsome warrior forces in the history of the world, the Sohei, also known as Ikko-Ikki, were Buddhist monks who took up arms despite their faith in the time of medieval Japan.

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Was the Medieval European Diet Healthy or Even Tasty?

Have you ever wondered what regular people ate in Medieval Europe? Well, wonder no more, as this video attempts to demonstrate one iteration of this very diet with the most historical accuracy possible.

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Discover the Story of This Little-Known Medieval Kingdom

This little-known medieval empire, which consisted of the Isle of Man, the Hebrides, and the islands of the Firth of Clyde and lasted 200 years, was located on a small island in the Irish Sea.

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Gripping Facts About the Lives of Medieval Knights

There are many myths circulating about the life of knights in medieval times, and their true life and daily routine may surprise you. If you want some order, watch this video to find out what the reality of knighthood actually looked like.

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Medieval Castles: How in the World Were They Built?

What they’re building is a whole different story, as their project is no cowshed or cabin - they will be building a real Medieval castle! To learn more, continue watching.

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15 of the Most Bizarre Inventions from the Medieval Times

The medieval era is famously known for its castles and knights that have inspired hundreds of stories over the years. However, it was also the time for some truly unusual and bizarre inventions that would sound totally crazy today.