Romance is not a word one would associate with Birmingham, once a manufacturing hub, but there is a sense of rugged romance in this former industrial city, especially if you explore the pocket of Brindleyplace. The manmade waterways were eventually superseded by the steam engine, which upped the pace of the Industrial Revolution after Birmingham engineers James Watt and Matthew …
The return of Aztec floating farms Matt Mawson/Getty Images In Mexico City, a 700-year-old Aztec farming technique is giving a sustainable edge to modern agriculture. While the Aztecs built Tenochtitlan's city centre by connecting existing islands via bridges and boardwalks, in areas further from the city centre, such as the Xochimilco lake basin, they used chinampas to create floating gardens …
A charming city with a rich history, Leiden offers a respite from the bustling tourist crowds of Amsterdam. Explore the picturesque canals and cobblestone streets, visit the historic Burcht van Leiden, and delve into the fascinating world of natural history at Naturalis. For a taste of local culture, indulge in the traditional Dutch cuisine at Better Bagels or Mamie Gourmande. …
A charming city with a rich history, Leiden offers a respite from the bustling tourist crowds of Amsterdam. Explore the picturesque canals and cobblestone streets, visit the historic Burcht van Leiden, and delve into the fascinating world of natural history at Naturalis. For a taste of local culture, indulge in the traditional Dutch cuisine at Better Bagels or Mamie Gourmande, …