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Myths & Legends 04, Oct
Local folktales and legends around the world

The post is a bit different to our usual deep-dives into individual culture’s myths. Instead,...

Local folktales and legends around the world Katja Mamacos
4 October 2021
Myths & Legends 08, Sep
Mongolian mythology | Gods & legends of the nomadic tribes

The Mongol culture is one of the most unique and impressive in the world. Their...

Mongolian mythology | Gods & legends of the nomadic tribes Katja Mamacos
8 September 2021
Greece 19, Jul
Greek desserts | 8 Incredible pastries to try in Athens

Athens is an incredible city to visit, for the beautifully visible history, the vibrant culture,...

Greek desserts | 8 Incredible pastries to try in Athens Katja Mamacos
19 July 2021
Travel 14, Jul
Lisbon Sightseeing | 13 Incredible Attractions & Activities

Lisbon, Portugal is a fantastic destination, with beautiful attractions, brightly coloured buildings, and cobblestone streets....

Lisbon Sightseeing | 13 Incredible Attractions & Activities Katja Mamacos
14 July 2021
Greece 26, Jun
Heracles | The deified Greek Hero & his Twelve Labours

Heracles (also known as Herakles and Hercules) is the most important hero in Greek mythology....

Heracles | The deified Greek Hero & his Twelve Labours Katja Mamacos
26 June 2021
Greece 21, May
Greek Monsters | Tales of Heroes’ & Gods’ Fearsome Enemies

Rather than existing to scare naughty children and warn people away from all things dark...

Greek Monsters | Tales of Heroes’ & Gods’ Fearsome Enemies Katja Mamacos
21 May 2021
Greece 14, May
Meteora Hiking Trails | Exploring The Monasteries from Kastraki

Most people who visit Meteora do so for a day, joining a tour that ticks...

Meteora Hiking Trails | Exploring The Monasteries from Kastraki Katja Mamacos
14 May 2021
Greece 13, May
Athena | Virginal Greek Goddess of War & Wisdom

Αθηνά (ath-ee-NA)   Athena was one of the most important members of the Ancient Greek...

Athena | Virginal Greek Goddess of War & Wisdom Katja Mamacos
13 May 2021
Greece 11, May
Amazons | Myths & Reality of the Greek Warrior Women

The Amazonian warriors are one of Greek mythology’s most well-explored and long-lasting myths. These fighting...

Amazons | Myths & Reality of the Greek Warrior Women Katja Mamacos
11 May 2021
Greece 03, May
Hermes | Greek God of Tricksters, Travellers & Heralds

Ερμής (er-MEES)   Hermes is one of the most popular gods in Greek mythology. He...

Hermes | Greek God of Tricksters, Travellers & Heralds Katja Mamacos
3 May 2021

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We’re Glenn and Katja! We’re from South Africa, and have a keen interest in history, mythology and culture. We can’t imagine a better way to learn about it than through traveling – so that’s what we’re doing.

 

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Hi! I'm Glenn. I write the history content. I'm a maths tutor and a mechanical engineering student with a long time-interest in history.
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