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The Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius in the Karlin district of Prague.

What is the twin-towered church in Prague’s Karlín district?

If you walk through Karlín, one of Prague’s most attractive neighbourhoods, you will quickly notice a large twin-towered church dominating the area. This is the Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius, a major landmark and one of the largest churches in Czechia. The history of…

What is the big golden ball artwork in Salzburg?

Visitors to Salzburg’s Kapitelplatz in Austria are often surprised to see a huge golden sphere dominating the square. Known locally as Sphaera, this modern artwork adds a striking contrast to the historic backdrop of Salzburg’s Old Town and the Hohensalzburg Fortress rising above it. The…

Centuries-old printing presses at the Plantin-Moretus Museum in Antwerp, Belgium.

Plantin-Moretus Museum, Antwerp: Visitor guide with hours & prices

This guide to the Plantin-Moretus Museum gives you all the key facts: opening hours, ticket prices, how to reach it by public transport or car, parking and accessibility, what you’ll see inside, and the best times to visit. History and overview of the Plantin-Moretus Museum…

Shepton Mallet prison: Ticket prices – and why book in advance

Shepton Mallet Prison, established in 1625, is one of England’s oldest correctional sites and a striking witness to centuries of British history. Choosing a self-guided tour of this decommissioned Somerset prison lets you explore cells, the execution room, and historical wings at your own pace.…

The entrance to the Museum of the Goldfields in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia.

Visiting the Museum of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie: practical guide for first-time visitors

This guide to the Museum of the Goldfields provides exact information you’ll need: opening hours, entry cost, how to get there, parking and accessibility, and best times to visit so your visit is well-planned and rewarding. History and overview of the Museum of the Goldfields…

Cottesloe Beach in Perth, Western Australia.

Guide to Cottesloe Beach, Perth: Transport, lifeguard times & parking

This guide to Cottesloe Beach gives you verified information you need: how to get there, parking rules, lifeguard hours and facilities, accessibility, and best times to visit so your beach trip goes smoothly. A brief overview and features of Cottesloe Beach Cottesloe Beach is one…

Visiting Scarborough Beach, Perth: practical guide for first-time visitors

This guide to Scarborough Beach in Perth, Western Australia, gives you useful, practical details: how to get there, parking charges, what is free, accessibility options, and best times to visit so your beach day is well planned. A brief overview and description of Scarborough Beach…

Spurn Lighthouse on the Spurn Peninsula, East Yorkshire.

Guide to visiting Spurn Lighthouse on the Yorkshire coast

Standing near the tip of the narrow Spurn peninsula in East Yorkshire, Spurn Lighthouse is a landmark that tells the story of navigation, shifting coastlines and the North Sea’s changing tides. The black-and-white tower rises above the dunes, offering both a striking photo opportunity and…

The Nike relief at Ephesus, Turkey: Why see it?

On Curetes Street in the ruins of Ephesus, Turkey, a carved marble panel of the goddess Nike is one of the site’s most recognisable features. Propped between two stone supports, the relief shows the winged goddess holding a laurel wreath and a palm branch, both…

The Hohensalzburg Fortress in Salzburg, Austria.

Visiting the Hohensalzburg Fortress: practical guide for first-time visitors

For first-time visitors to Salzburg, this practical guide to the Hohensalzburg Fortress explains how to reach the site, the funicular prices, typical ticket options, nearby parking charges, accessibility and the best times to visit. A brief overview and history of the Hohensalzburg Fortress The Hohensalzburg…