You have probably already heard of the Cité de Carcassonne, but what about the eight nearby castles which have now been nominated for UNESCO status? Here's what you need to know about visiting the ...

A scholar of medieval Christianity explores the history of Christians who spoke out unafraid to risk official censure or even ...

The Rhine River, one of Europe’s longest and most picturesque rivers, is famous for its stunning landscape. The steep hi ...

One of the most famous examples of a medieval bishop speaking truth to power is that of Thomas Becket, former chancellor – that is, senior minister – of England in the 12th century.

Wallace was the younger son of a Scottish knight and minor landowner. His name, Wallace or le Waleis, means the Welshman, and he was probably descended from Richard Wallace who had followed the ...

Clad in armor while astride fierce destrier warhorses, knights once roamed medieval Europe in the service of their lords and ...

In the second millennium, beginning in the 12th century, says medieval historian ... Shortly after World War II, members of the French and German militaries met at Lourdes to reconcile and heal ...

Lisbon, Portugal is a fun and lively place to visit. There is plenty to keep you entertained in Lisbon with kids for sev ...

Linda Kumar is hurting but hopeful.And though she has good reason to complain, the lifelong Catholic and St. Bernadette ...

Matteo Rocca and Ronan Dunphy peered into the gloom on the second floor of the 12th century palazzo in Genoa, Italy. This had once been the grandest part of the seven-story palace, with the ...