How much of Assassin's Creed: Origins, set in ancient Egypt, is factually based? Can any cultural learning come out of playing it? This author leaps off the cliffs of Memphis to find out.
Author: Lianne Oonwalla
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October 31, 2020January 25, 2022events, Intangible
Halloween: A History
Continuing the theme of the spookiest time of year, let's explore the origins of October's favourite holiday: Halloween.
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October 28, 2020January 25, 2022Intangible, people
A History of Witches
Step into a metaphorical house of horrors as we explore the history of witches in Europe.
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September 16, 2020January 25, 2022Intangible, people
Who invented time?
Let's answer the question we've all asked ourselves at some point in our lives. Allons-y!
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July 23, 2020January 25, 2022Gardens, parks & cemeteries, heritage education
The Two Towers of Humboldthain
The towering bunkers of Volkspark Humboldthain are a glaring reminder of Berlin's war-ridden past, but these landscaped lawns pose a fine balance between beauty and beastly.
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June 5, 2020January 25, 2022Landscapes, museums & exhibitions
What Lies Beneath
From beautiful castles to crystalline lakes, Slovenia has plenty to offer its visitors. But there's more to the country than meets the eye...
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March 8, 2020January 25, 2022Ensembles, villages & cities, people
Digging Deeper: The Women of the Ore Mountains
What roles did women play in the historic mining societies of Saxony? Let's find out!