Tag: history

  • The Vikings: Life and Legend Exhibition

    The Vikings: Life and Legend Exhibition

    The Vikings: Life and Legend exhibition, held at the British Museum, offered a fascinating glimpse into the lives of these legendary warriors, seafarers, and conquerors. I spent a while viewing every artefact and learning about the customs and the intense history through well detailed descriptors next to each pieces. Here are some of my highlights…

  • Tower of London

    Tower of London

    The Tower of London is a historic castle located on the north bank of the River Thames. It was founded towards the end of 1066 as part of the Norman Conquest of England. The White Tower, pictured below was built by William the Conqueror in 1078. Over the centuries, it has served historically as a…