Medieval women’s ideas about heaven were inspired by the visions and sufferings they experienced, says Hetta Howes ...

Archaeologists believe the Linschoten Sword was forged to straddle both worlds.

The markings don’t stop there: on one side, the sword a circle with an X layered inside, known as a sun wheel or sonnenrad.

A unique crystal jar found as part of the Viking-age treasure known as the Galloway Hoard will go on public display for the first time later this year. The jar, which is around 5cm high resembles an ...

What is the British Royal Regalia? Learn more about the British Crown Jewels and how they are replaced medieval renditions ...

Lamorna Ash’s “Don’t Forget We’re Here Forever” reports on the young faithful in Britain, while Ross Douthat’s “Believe” has ...

The works depict religious scenes from the lives of Jesus, Mary and various saints and significantly expand Getty’s medieval ...

In a 2021 collection of essays about transgender and queer saints in the medieval period, scholars Alicia Spencer-Hall and Blake Gutt argue that medieval Christianity saw transness as holy.

My wife and I are considering a trip to Japan. Our interests are mainly textiles and gardens. Any suggestions of suitable ...

Archaeologists have discovered the ruins of a large medieval cathedral in the subterranean citadel of Old Dongola, once the capital of the Nubian kingdom, Makuria. Excavations have been ongoing since ...

Read on to find out more about 21 of the world’s most beautiful castles, fortified homes that are both a feast for the eyes ...

SERMAMAGNY: Eurockenees, music fest, July 3-6. COLMAR: Colmar International Festival, features trumpet, bass and wind ...