The Troubling End Of ‘Lorenzo The Magnificent’s’ Legacy

Written by Holly Berry The city of Florence plays an integral role in Italy’s rich history; it is arguably the birthplace of renaissance art and the home of stunning architecture like the Duomo cathedral and Uffizi museum – yet this beautiful city has a surprisingly dark past. From assassination conspiracies to exiles, Florence has many… Read More The Troubling End Of ‘Lorenzo The Magnificent’s’ Legacy

Tulipmania: How a flower crashed the stock market

Written by Tali Schlanger ‘The tulips are too excitable, it is winter here’ writes Sylvia Plath[1], contrasting the vibrancy and life of the tulips to her own listlessness. This multicoloured flower that blooms in the Springtime is indeed striking, and although one wouldn’t expect it from a plant, has quite the socio-economic history The tulip… Read More Tulipmania: How a flower crashed the stock market

The wonder of Cappadocia’s Fairy Chimneys

The landscape of Cappadocia is mystical. With ‘Fairy Chimneys’, churches, caves, underground cities and evidence of a long and rich history, it is surreal and is one of the most popular destinations in Turkey. The name ‘fairy chimney’ is intriguing in itself but carry on reading to discover the magic of Cappadocia. Cappadocia is situated… Read More The wonder of Cappadocia’s Fairy Chimneys