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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Sudetenland: He Keeps the Memory of the Expelled Germans Alive

The article discusses the remnants of the village of Königsmühle in the Erzgebirge region, which was abandoned in 1946 when its residents were expelled after World War II.

Feb 27 • 10:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Scenic village with cascading waterfalls and traditional cosy pubs near major National Park

Betws-y-Coed is a picturesque village in North Wales known for its beautiful waterfalls, outdoor activities, and historical charm.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"It is the soul of our village": a bell tower dispute over a carillon resurfaces in this rural Vendée village

In La Garnache, a rural village in Vendée, a debate over the carillon that rings hourly has divided residents, with some supporting its historical significance while others advocate for its silencing during the night.

Feb 22 • 08:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Tamalan: The purely Greek village in the region of Chapsamanas in the Cotyora of Pontus

The article highlights the historical significance of the village of Tamalan, a predominantly Greek settlement in the region of Pontus, Turkey, known for its cultural heritage and educational institutions.

Feb 20 • 11:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Picturesque Irish castle town with ancient gardens and top restaurants

The article highlights the charming village of Lismore in County Waterford, Ireland, known for its historical castle, ancient gardens, and excellent dining options.

Feb 19 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Abandoned medieval village lay forgotten for centuries now loved by walkers

Wharram Percy, a long-abandoned medieval village in North Yorkshire, has become a popular destination for walkers and history enthusiasts attracted by its preserved ruins and historical significance.

Feb 14 • 02:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I went to an abandoned village with a chequered past — I'll never forget what I saw

The author reflects on their childhood experiences in a haunted village near Knowlton Church in Dorset, England, highlighting the historical and supernatural significance of the location.

Feb 14 • 00:06 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Trump Administration removes the LGTBIQ+ flag from the Stonewall National Monument

The Trump Administration has removed the LGTBIQ+ flag from the Stonewall National Monument in New York City, a historical site for LGBTQ+ rights.

Feb 11 • 13:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Hilltop village with the best views and ancient Norman castle

Crayke, a hilltop village in North Yorkshire, features the ruins of a historic Norman castle and offers stunning countryside views and a notable pub.

Feb 11 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Beautiful UK village that's 'perfect day out' hidden just minutes from major motorway

A charming village near major motorways, Lymm in Cheshire offers visitors picturesque scenery, shops, dining, and historical links to dinosaurs.

Feb 10 • 12:27 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Review: Communists Evicted a Village for a Dam. A Great Film Was Made About It

A film has been created about the historical event when Communists evicted a village to construct a dam, shedding light on a significant episode in Czech history.

Feb 10 • 09:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Flooded places where life once pulsed. The film 'Flood' revives the stories of Ruthenians whose homes were engulfed by water

The film 'Flood' portrays the life of 15-year-old Mara in a Ruthenian village in Slovakia as she navigates family pressures and personal dreams against the backdrop of historical flooding.

Feb 10 • 05:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The first Czech child in a village in the Sudetes after the war was delivered by a German midwife

The article discusses the historical significance of the first Czech child born in a Sudeten village after WWII, highlighting the involvement of a German midwife in the delivery.

Feb 9 • 08:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Testimony of Kyriakitsa Kotzakidi: We only ate walnuts for five or six days

Kyriakitsa Kotzakidi recounts the struggle of her community during a difficult period, highlighting their reliance on walnuts as their only food for days.

Feb 8 • 09:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Unforgettable' fairy tale cottage near frozen in time village

The Swiss Cottage in a picturesque Irish village will open to the public in March 2026 as a notable historical site.

Feb 8 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Walls and dolmens surrounded by countryside in this village of La Rioja Alavesa perfect for visiting in winter

The article highlights Laguardia in La Rioja Alavesa as a winter tourist destination with historical significance from prehistoric to modern times, featuring dolmens and ancient walls.

Feb 4 • 12:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Picture-perfect village with babbling brook and trio of top pubs is ultimate peaceful escape

A picturesque Lancashire village near the River Ribble is highlighted as an ideal getaway for nature lovers and those seeking a historical rural experience.

Feb 4 • 05:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

They were green, dressed strangely, and spoke incomprehensibly. Who were the green children of Woolpit?

The article discusses the historical accounts of green-skinned children that appeared in the village of Woolpit, England, in the 12th century, and the ongoing debate among historians about the origins and truth of this legend.

Feb 2 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Delightful village is ideal for serene countryside staycation with stunning chapel

A charming village in Northumberland offers a serene and historical setting for an ideal countryside staycation, complete with beautiful walking paths and attractions.

Feb 2 • 08:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK village home to stunning landmark dubbed 'most atmospheric'

Lastingham, a village in the North York Moors National Park, is renowned for its remarkable church, considered the most atmospheric in the UK, attracting visitors for its historical and architectural significance.

Feb 2 • 08:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Picturesque village forgotten for centuries with ancient bridges and babbling brook

The historic village of Wycoller, saved by volunteers in the 1940s, features ancient ruins and a connection to author Charlotte Brontë, making it a unique historical site near Colne.

Jan 14 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The discovery that amazes an English village: a Roman box carved in bone

In the quiet village of Broadway, Worcestershire, a recently discovered Roman box carved in bone has captured the community's attention, overshadowing local art galleries and antique shops.

Jan 13 • 12:57 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The unmistakable wall of this village in Castellón that surrounds a mountain and protects a castle at its summit

Morella, in the province of Castellón, boasts an emblematic heritage site with over 2,000 meters of walls surrounding a mountain topped by a medieval castle, showcasing the historical evolution of the locality.

Jan 9 • 13:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Tranquil village perfect for winter getaway like 'stepping into history'

The Yorkshire village of Rosedale Abbey offers a historic winter retreat with its industrial heritage, ancient ruins, and scenic landscapes.

Jan 9 • 08:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Quaint UK village with secluded beach and lighthouse linked to alleged serial killer who 'poisoned family'

Happisburgh, a picturesque village in Norfolk, is known for its scenic beauty and historical significance, including its connection to the alleged serial killer Jonathan Balls.

Jan 8 • 12:46 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

Noya, a legendary village that enchants

Noya, once 'the port of Santiago de Compostela', is a town steeped in history and mystery, featuring notable sites such as the 'cursed tower' of San Martiño and the Marian sanctuary of Muxía.

Jan 8 • 04:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Tranquil' village with magical waterfall and famous admirer

The village of West Burton in the Yorkshire Dales is a picturesque destination known for its stunning waterfalls and a historical connection to a famous artist.

Jan 3 • 08:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Sunday guided tour of the Nativity. Tuesday journey into the past of the village

A special guided tour of the Nativity at the Sacro Monte crypt will be held on Sunday, followed by extraordinary guided tours in the historical village leading up to Epiphany.

Jan 2 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The village of Cuenca full of history and cultural heritage surrounded by a medieval fortress

Belmonte, located in Cuenca (Castilla-La Mancha), is officially recognized as a Historic Artistic Ensemble, showcasing its medieval layout with narrow streets, squares, and defensive walls that reflect the town's historical development.

Dec 30 • 12:04 UTC

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