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Ever been browsing through historical records and found that your favourite historical figure has a unique outfit or look that we don't offer in our store? Or maybe you would prefer a medieval cloak in an unusual colour? Here is great news for you -…

Tyranny as Well as Golden Age. Who Were the Tudors?

Interesting facts of the past

Henry VII of the Tudor dynasty became the king of England in 1485. England at that time was troubled by civil wars, but it began to flourish again after the Tudors came to power. Who restored stability in England as well as its undying glory? Read…

How wild was the Wild West?

Interesting facts of the past

Once Upon a Time in the West, The Magnificent Seven, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, or Winnetou. The American Wild West has featured in thousands of films. This is where many European people have got their idea of life in the West. How far is…

Whoever Had It on Their Neck Meant Something. Torques Were a Symbol of Power and Status for the Celts

Historical costumes and footwear

Warriors, the rich and gods. Torques - richly decorated neckband "knitted" from gold bars - were mainly worn by Celts in high positions. However, specimens of these remarkable massive neck ornaments appear in ancient Persia. We offer you an insight…

Meet the Most Famous Witches in World History

Interesting facts of the past

Models, scientists or even politicians. Much has been written about famous women who changed the world. We have decided to pay tribute to other remarkable ladies in world history. We have selected the 4 most famous stories of witches. Judge for…

Living History, a New Phenomenon Travel Back in Time to Experience the World of Knights and Princesses

Interesting facts of the past

Do you also sometimes wonder what it would be like to be born in the Middle Ages, for example? Fans of history know well that life in previous centuries was no bed of roses. Some of us still want to know and experience what it was like. So, what can…

The Thirty Years' War Changed Europe Beyond Recognition

Interesting facts of the past

The Thirty Years' War could be described as the one of the largest armed conflicts, that spread devastation over much of Europe. It began in 1618 as the culmination of disputes between the Roman Catholic Church and Protestants. Everything was caused…

The Samurai Never Attacked First, the Honour Was What Mattered to Them

Samurai swords

We can’t imagine action films without elite agents who, on account of their special training, can neutralise the enemy and therefore ensure the mission’s complete success. Most people assume that special forces have been a matter in more recent…

Change into a Costume and Spend the Day as a Nobleman or a Game Character

Historical costumes and footwear

As soon as grandma closes the fairy-tale book, we dive into our fantasy world and, for the few last moments before falling asleep, we are roaming through the prairies like a free Indian. From an early age, we learn to imagine and experience someone…

Sword, the Most Valuable Viking Weapon

Interesting facts of the past

People commonly associate the Vikings with violent savages raiding more civilized nations around them. Only a few people know that the Vikings were also established traders and craftsmen. The skills of some Viking blacksmiths were so extraordinary…

Tall Charming Men or Smelly Midgets? What Were the Real Cowboys Like?

Weapons

An ominous calm carries the sound of an accordion tune. But dust is beginning to rise in the distance. Someone's coming. In a few moments, small rocks are already beginning to vibrate on the ground and the sound of hooves can be heard from afar.…

What Were Musketeers Really Like?

Interesting facts of the past

There is probably nobody who has never heard of the famous novel, The Three Musketeers. Athos, Porthos, Aramis and d’Artagnan are arguably the most famous literary characters of all time. Nimble and charming fighters for justice were first depicted…

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