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Learn 10 interesting facts about Bosnia and Herzegovina, from its historic Sarajevo and medieval castles to its natural beauty and rich folk traditions. Explore Bosnia and Herzegovina's unique cultural and historical attractions.

WHY FILMING IN GREECE? 1. SCENIC LOCATIONS Greece boasts a diverse and stunning landscape with picturesque islands, historic ruins, beautiful beaches, charming villages, and majestic mountains. These locations offer a wide range of backdrops for various types of films, from historical epics to romantic dramas. 2. CULTURAL HERITAGE Greece is rich in history and culture, with ancient ruins like the Acropolis in Athens, the Macedonian King's tombs Phillipos, and numerous temples and theaters that can serve as authentic settings for historical and mythological films. 3. MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE........... https://lnkd.in/dVeG64kC

Learn 10 interesting facts about Bulgaria, from its ancient gold treasure and rose oil production to its rich folklore and diverse landscapes. Explore Bulgaria's unique cultural and natural attractions.

Beautiful and melancholic day today returning to the "Door of No Return" at Goree Island in my country of birth, Senegal, not incidentally arriving via Lisbon, Portugal, from whence some of the first Portuguese slave traders likely set sail from, including to establish in 1444 what went on to become a significant slave-trading centre on the African coast from the 15th to the 19th century (the island of Goree being ruled in succession by the Portuguese, Dutch, English and French). Not surprisingly, my wife and I found little trace of this history in Lisbon, even though we happened upon - in pure happenstance - the Terreiro do Paço which is today a tourist-filled plaza facing the city’s harbour; where enslaved and enslaver once set foot, embarking and disembarking upon the very same vessels of inhumanity that built the gore of Goree. I knew and felt it in my bones... and now, just read about it in the article below describing this ongoing (and indeed worldwide) struggle over historical representation and commemoration. Hardly by chance, the commemorative plaque mentioned in this article was nowhere obvious to be seen - we missed it entirely - perhaps in the dark shadows and recesses of the massive and triumphant white statues and tributes to the history of conquest and progress adorning the square, so fittingly emblematic of the scale of historical reckoning to date and still to come, here and elsewhere. Alas, "a luta continua" (a phrase equally fittingly familiar to many around the world today, as globalized from the Mozambican anti-colonial struggle for independence from the Portuguese, on this continent that was not only the cradle for humankind but for the triangular making of the modern Western world order we currently very much still inhabit)! For more on Lisbon's hidden histories, see: https://lnkd.in/e48hYFFC For more on Goree, see: https://lnkd.in/eZsd4qDp

🇺🇾Uruguay, the longest Carnival The small nation of Uruguay, sitting to Brazil’s south, has more than its fair share of stable political and economic indexes. But what is less well-known is that the 3.5 million-people country also has the longest Carnival celebration in Latin America, lasting more than 40 days. Often seen as a largely white country with ties to Europe, Uruguay’s Carnival takes heed from its lesser-explored African roots. One of the most famous attractions is the Candombe parades, which sees the streets of Montevideo filled with revelers dancing to traditional rhythms. Candombe was declared Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 2009. The party also has other Afro-Uruguayan elements among its influences, from ‘llamadas’ to ‘mamas viejas’ and ‘gramilleros,’ recalling the spiritual leadership and cultural heritage of the days of slavery. African drums were prohibited during Uruguay’s 1973-1985 military dictatorship, a time when the country’s diversity was nearly crushed by European dominance. As such, the Candomberos see their cultural expression as a movement of resistance, with parades often including political elements. This is reflected in the Uruguayan proverb los tambores no se tocan sin razón (drums aren’t played without a reason). Subscribe to read more about Latin America! Link in bio.

Turkey is a fascinating country bridging two continents, Europe and Asia, with a rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and a complex history. Here are some key points about Turkey: https://lnkd.in/gxGNCtzt

How to spend 7 Days tour in Iran If you are going to visit Iran and have a short time this is the very tour that you are searching for. Visiting all the historical sites and cities of Iran and getting to know this rich culture requires a lot of time and money. But on this short 7 days tour, you can get acquainted with the most important cities and historical monuments in the shortest possible time and discover an important part of Iran's culture and civilization. https://lnkd.in/dhcwY6AV

Transhumance in Andorra, Albania, Austria, Croatia , France, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, Romania and Spain added to UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage of humanity. Here is a video on European Transhumance directed by Francesca Pasetti Bombardella https://lnkd.in/ddRGpmrt

Sparta was one of the most important spots in not only Greece, but the entire Europe as well. During such period, the territory of Sparta would comprise the regions nowadays known as Messenia and Laconia. Only a small portion of that ancient territory continues being called Sparta, an area located towards the northern side of Laconia. Modern Sparta is situated within a fertile plain which allows it to produce citrus and olives as well as a variety of other fruits and vegetables usually distributed throughout many other towns and places in Peloponnese. In antiquity the city-state was known as Lacedaemon, while the name Sparta referred to its main settlement on the banks of the Eurotas River in Laconia, in south-eastern Peloponnese. The history of Sparta is very rich and interesting, and provides this destination with a unique charm and appeal. #greecetravel #greece #europetravel @Charlesfrize #onlinemarketinginGhana #tourismmarketing #OnlinemarketinginEurope #DigitalBranding #Ghana #tourismghana #travelandtours #worldtravel #travelindustry #AdvertisingSpecialist #travel #traveltips #FrizeMediaTravel