‘Pillory’ is not quite the correct term – there is no direct equivalent. ‘Shame Pole’ describes it better: criminals were manacled to the pillar and put on public display. This one dates from 1563. It actually is a re-purposed Roman road marker.
Rethymno is a rare combination of history and modern-day luxury, with its multicultural old town, tropical beaches and exquisite Cretan cuisine.
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From two viewpoints above the picturesque town, Paul Heymont enjoys the scene
DrFumblefinger shares some early morning photos taken of an olive vendor in Marrakech’s Souk.
This ceremony re-enacts the custom of the royal court during the Joseon dynasty to ensure the security of the king and his court.
George G shares fond memories of visits to Europe’s many Christmas markets
The Three Guineas at Reading station offers a nice array of Real Ales – the traditional ‘flat’ beers that are
In India you often wonder what it is that you are looking at. This poster, on a temple wall, turns
You come across humorous tile murals like this in all sorts of places when you travel around Goa.
