Britons confuse real-life history with fiction – as more than a third admit to knowing more about Game of Thrones than The Wars of the Roses. One in ten mistakenly thinks Jon Snow was a real-life historical figure – while some believe King Arthur (40%), Robin Hood (29%), and Count Dracula (12%) all existed. Another […]
KT Racing Studio opened the hood on the latest WRC 10 Update Patch Notes, which contains a bunch of new content, including additional rallies and historical events, among others. Check out the WRC 10 update below. Related Content – Complete Guide Sony PS5 – A Total Resource on PlayStation 5 Rallies New Rally 2021 EKO […]
That’s the problem with the story – no matter what happened, there was always someone who knew it would happen. I wasn’t much of it, so I’m inclined to take a reasonable Norfolk stance and treat it all with a fair amount of suspicion. I’m known to step in when no one is looking to […]
Filmmaker Vinod Raman Nair has always been drawn to history and in his first book he weaves an adventure around the 9th century Middle East through Tunisia, Armenia and Azerbaijan, then Turkey, the Iran and Iraq. ” 3 & The Emerald Stone of Irene ” seeks to perceive medieval Islamic history with a fictional narrative […]
To share Tweeter To share To share E-mail Non-fungible tokens can be used for many use cases, including immortalizing history on the blockchain. For example, the Romanus Numerus project merges history and technology, connecting the past with the future. It is fascinating to see a collection of Roman numerals in the NFT space, as the […]
Notable historical events occurred in Negros before the arrival of American forces in the late 1800s and the uprising of Negros Cinco de Noviembre against Spain on November 5, 1898. Previous events included the role of the early Catholic missionaries as agents of social, economic and spiritual change when the Spanish missionaries began their first […]
by Laura Kayacan, Adult Services Librarian, Door County Library Two influential books of note for research on the history and people of Door County are History of Door County, Wisconsin: The Beautiful County by Hjalmar Holand and History of Door County, Wisconsin by Charles I. Martin. Both are available online in a number of places, […]
October 30 1735: The second President of the United States, John Adams, was born in Braintree, Massachusetts. 1921: The silent film classic ‘The Sheik’, starring Rudolph Valentino, premiered in Los Angeles. 1938: The radio play “ War of the Worlds ” with Orson Welles, aired on CBS. 1961: The Congress of the Soviet Party unanimously […]
Excelsior correspondentSRINAGAR, October 21: Former Union Minister and Congress veteran Professor Saifuddin Soz said today that RSS leader Mohan Bhagwat was unaware of historical events concerning the Cashmere.In a statement here today, Soz said: “RSS leader Mohan Bhagwat has said that a large part of Kashmiris want independence from India. Speaking recently to RSS workers […]
by Ridley Scott The last duel is hitting theaters soon and here’s how critics stack up against his other great historical films. Although he is best known to modern audiences for his science fiction films like Extraterrestrial, Blade runner and Prometheus, Ridley Scott also has a long list of historical film epics to his credit, […]
History can be repetitive, but how does it compare over time? The Dufferin Museum (MoD) has launched a new main exhibition titled ‘Through the Looking Glass’, which allows visitors to explore how common daily events and events of the past compare to those of the present. The exhibit consists of 21 unique subjects including weddings, […]
Musicals often use real people as inspiration for their stories, such as Something rotten, which is based on the fictional exploits of William Shakespeare, and Ma Rainey’s black stockings, which was inspired by the real Ma Rainey but told a mostly fictional story. RELATED: Dear Evan Hansen’s 8 Biggest Differences From The Musical However, sometimes […]
DÄ…browski Mazurka’s hymn, which begins with “Poland has not yet perished”, expressed the idea that the Polish nation, despite the absence of an independent state, had not disappeared as long as the Polish people was still alive and fighting on his behalf. . Public domain The Polish national anthem is to be amended under new […]
The Viking Age was vast and far-reaching. These mighty explorers traveled to many places in their time. Whether they raid, conquer, or simply settle down, they have left a huge imprint on the entire Western world. As colossal as Assassin’s Creed Valhalla was, the game just couldn’t encompass all of that. RELATED: Game Franchises You […]
Lauren Leonard is no stranger to hurricanes. The Houma native’s hurricane memories date back to 2005, when Hurricane Katrina devastated southeast Louisiana. Leonard, a digital advertising senior, still didn’t understand the destruction a hurricane could wreak — until Hurricane Ida. Hurricane Ida made landfall near Port Fourchon as a Category 4 storm on August 29 […]
Lauren Leonard is no stranger to hurricanes. Houma’s memories of hurricanes date back to 2005, when Hurricane Katrina devastated southeast Louisiana. Leonard, a digital advertising executive, still never understood the destruction a hurricane could cause – until Hurricane Ida. Hurricane Ida made landfall near Port Fourchon as a Category 4 storm on August 29 – […]
The world changed following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and for historians, these attacks marked the turn of the century. But since then and until now, there are many milestones that have transformed the reality of the world. AL DÍA has collected 20 historic events from the past 20 years since the fall […]
The world changed following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and for historians these attacks marked the turn of the century. But since then and until now, there are many milestones that have transformed the reality of the world. AL DÃA has brought together 20 historical events from the last 20 years since the […]
People have always been captivated by historical films, and that is unlikely to ever change. These films take audiences on a journey through time, offering the opportunity to visit bygone times and meet people who have made history. However, they often don’t allow the audience to learn specific details about this story. RELATED: RPG Whose […]
Local History News | Posted by: Tedd Long | 08/20/2021 Are you looking for a fun historical or cultural activity for the whole family to enjoy in late summer and fall? You are lucky! The Maumee Valley Heritage Corridor Council met in August and council members shared the following list of late summer and fall […]
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The evolution of bridal fashion has a somewhat distinct trajectory from the rest of the fashion industry. “It doesn’t necessarily reflect the particular era in which it was made, rather it is a sort of amalgamation of fantasy, historical styles and contemporary trends,†explains fashion historian Sara. Idacavage. And the influence of geographic regions, religious […]
Movies are popular with many people because they are a source of entertainment. These are the same as the online casino games which provide entertainment and have the chance to win real money through sites like best american online casino. However, many moviegoers do not like to track historical films at all. They see them […]
(Photo credit: Universal Studios / MovieStills DB and Robert Alexander / Getty Images) Costumes play a major role in historical films. Not only do they provide a glimpse into the past, but they help viewers feel transported back to the time of the film. Here, we take a look at some costumes from great historical […]
A Concorde prototype The Swinging Sixties were a time of cultural revolution in the UK. Music has changed forever with the popularity of Jimi Hendrix, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Yardbirds and more, while film and literature have featured some of pop culture’s most iconic characters. Rights have expanded, technology has advanced, and football […]
By Faye Gaston Faye Gaston reviewed the historic events of Bullock County at the July 6, 2021 city council meeting in the historic preservation report on the agenda. Eight events in 2004, seventeen years ago, were reported. (1) In April 2002, the play “Conecuh People” ended its performances in front of another packed house at […]
On this day July 9: Let’s take a look at the timeline of historical events that took place on this day, July 9, respectively in India and around the world. Historical events include the military, science, sports, the arts, birthdays, anniversaries of death and more. Check out what happened today! On this day, July 9: […]
Before the last chapter in American history turned abuse of power and outrageous political scandals into an almost weekly event, there was Watergate: a cheap two-bit heist that escalated into a political crisis, a devoured the second half of Richard Nixon’s presidency and forced him to resign in disgrace. None of this would have been […]
On this day July 5: Someone rightly said that history does not happen overnight! But, one day can bring many changes in history. On this day July 5: What is so special about Indian history? 1946 – The indian politician, Ram Vilas Paswan was born. He was born on July 5, 1946 in the village […]
Prataya Saha, director The characters of director Prataya Saha don’t speak much. They mainly speak with their eyes and expressions. The dialogues are few. This is the case with Prataya’s latest film, Just Another Day, which has toured the festival circuit and has already won a special mention at the Chennai Independent Film Festival and […]
From cricket rivalry, war, royal romance and political rights to the ever-amazing stories of World War II, our captivating past is filled with stories so enchanting and interesting that directors around the world until today. day are forced to borrow from them. Most of the biggest movies steeped in history are currently available on streaming […]
Tanhaji is based on one of Shivaji Maharaj’s most trusted lieutenants, Tanhaji. The story of this film takes place as the Mughals attempted to invade Kondwani Fort, previously under the command of Shivaji Maharaj. Tanhaji was sent to fight and retrieve it for Kondwani, his king and his county. Did Tanhaji achieve this extraordinary feat? […]
Starring sensational actors like Mithun Chakroborty, Salman Khan, Veer is a romantic historical story based on the days of colonial India. It presents the love story of Prince Veer Pratap Singh (played by Salman Khan), who falls in love with the rival king’s daughter, who was kidnapped by him in order to regain her freedom […]
The Oxford Handbook Series is a new venture from Oxford University Press, seeking to provide in each volume a cutting-edge inquiry into current thinking and research using an international group of scholars in the given field. This particular volume on historical books provides resources for the books of Joshua, Judges, Samuel, Kings, Chronicles, Ezra, and […]
news, local news, Goulburn, St John’s Orphanage, history, Phil Merigan, John Ferrara As attention turns to possible redevelopment plans, the former Saint John’s Orphanage recalls Goulburn’s strong institutional care history. As a large population center, Goulburn had several orphanages run by religious organizations. They included the Salvation Army’s Gill Memorial Boys Home from 1936 to […]
Senatorial Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said Wednesday he was “concerned” about teachers trying to “denigrate” historic events in US history as some schools heat up to teach a critical program of racial theory. McConnell, R-Ky., Said, however, that he doesn’t think the government should prescribe what is taught in classrooms, but schools should be open […]
TALLAHASSEE – A proposed rule that will be evaluated by the State Board of Education aims to control how history is taught in Florida classrooms and not allow teachers to “brainwash” students, in the part of what state education commissioner Richard Corcoran has called a “constant, vigilant struggle.” The proposed rule is intended to put […]
LAWRENCE – Esports participants have recently become seen as true athletes. Now other video game players are apparently aspiring historians. This is one of the claims in an article titled “Deep Play? Video games and historical imagination. “Historians should take historical video games more seriously as a way to understand how audiences construct their knowledge […]
LAWRENCE – Esports participants have recently come to be seen as true athletes. Now other video game players are apparently budding historians. This is one of the claims of an article titled “Deep game? Video games and historical imagination. “Historians should take historical video games more seriously to understand how the public constructs their knowledge […]
HOW are we to think about the death and resurrection of Jesus as the first Good Friday and Easter day approaches in the 1970s? The radical challenge to traditional orthodoxy has not left these fundamental Christian truths unscathed. But it has at least this value: that it refers us to the New Testament to review […]
Mammooty is considered one of the most prominent film personalities in the Malayalam film industry. He has worked in several popular films in different genres and many of them are considered some of the great hits in Malayalam cinema. Among his various acting performances, fans will be remembered for his appearance in many historic drama […]
Shadow and bone, the new fantasy adventure series premiering on Netflix on April 23, is not a true story. Anyone who anticipates the debut (and there is an army of fans who are) will tell you that the series is based on a series of novels by bestselling writer Leigh Bardugo. Those books– a collection […]
Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh and Queen Elizabeth II’s husband died yesterday (April 9), aged 99. He has almost lived a century. Imagine how many historical events he must have witnessed in his lifetime. Too much to count? Well, we’ve listed them. 1. 1921: The Russian famine started and lasted until 1922. Famine affected […]
It doesn’t always take two incomes to buy a house Buying a house on one income is not easy. Whether you have a family or a partner who lives with you. or plan to live solo, there’s a lot to think about. Don’t rule out buying a home on one income. Learn the facts and […]
A bad credit rating can make all of this considerably more expensive – potentially tens of thousands of dollars over a lifetime. (We’ve even created a calculator so you can see how much you’re losing to bad credit.) And if your credit is bad enough, it can almost limit your access to finance or even […]
According to a new study, the average person in Kansas City, MO and Kansas City, KS has fair to poor credit. A study by WalletHub ranked 2,570 cities, all based on the credit scores of the average person living in the areas. KCMO was ranked 1,912th and recorded a credit rating of 650.52. The city […]
A good photographer can make any photo stand out, whether it’s taken in color or black and white. But in the 1960s, a color photograph was a bit unusual. So when most people see a black and white photo, they automatically think there is something historic about it. And in some cases they are! But […]
Coverage of the books is supported by a generous grant from the Milton and Sophie Meyer Fund. What makes family history books so fascinating to me is that they offer a new and personal perspective on historical events while simultaneously illustrating how historical circumstances have a profound impact on the development of individuals and families. […]
The film by director Shaka King “Judas and the black Messiah,â€Tells a story about the betrayal of FBI informant William O’Neal (LaKeith Stanfield) of Fred Hampton (Daniel Kaluuya), chairman of the Illinois Black Panther Party in 1969. This monumental film presents heart-wrenching real-world experiences which continue in today’s premieres in theaters and on streaming services […]
Since 1880, the average temperature at the Earth’s surface has increased by 0.07 ° C every ten years. Evidence shows that key historical developments such as industrial revolutions have significantly contributed to global warming. These events are linked to the massive combustion of fossil fuels to meet increased human demand. World temperature graph (1851-2020) For […]
Channel 4 It’s a sin, acclaimed screenwriter Russell T Davies’ latest drama examines Britain’s 1980s AIDS crisis through a quirky yet lovable circle of friendship. When writing the five-part series, Davies drew on his own experiences living in London during this time and based much of the show on actual events. But what is the […]
The Minnesota Department of Education has released its first draft of K-12 Social Studies Standards for the Next Ten Years, a proposal that omits most significant events in American history and instead focuses on “racism. systemic “and the oppression of the” marginalized “throughout the history of the United States and Minnesota. All Disorganized can be […]
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Way of life Jan 13, 2021 6:41 PM3 minutes to read Fergie wrote a romance novel based on her own experiences. Photo / Getty Images Sarah Ferguson has written a romance novel. The Duchess of York – who was previously married to Prince Andrew – “drew many parallels” from her own experiences when she agreed […]
Actor Jonathan Majors remembers his mother telling him when he was a child to always come home before the street lights come on. But it wasn’t until the time of filming “Lovecraft Country†that he realized it wasn’t because “my mom was afraid I couldn’t go home in the darkâ€, he said. “It was the […]
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MOSELLE, Mademoiselle (WDAM) – 2020 has been a year we won’t forget and one for the history books. One of the biggest stories of this year, the COVID-19 pandemic. In March, Mississippi reported its first case of the coronavirus and in April, Governor Tate Reeves issued a statewide shelter-in-place order for Magnolia state. “Please stay […]
Who’s ready for the holiday cheer? Christmas has been a federal holiday since 1870, so we’re used to having a few days off with the family and drinking too much eggnog. However, Christmas was not always such a big celebration. Throughout most of human history, prominent politicians have not let pesky vacations get in the […]
Everyone knows that Christmas Day is all about tearing up gifts, spending time with loved ones, gorging on good food, and celebrating the holiday spirit in general. Even though most of us have already started the holidays, some people might not be aware of some of the unusual and historic events marking Christmas Day and […]
Who’s ready for the holiday cheer? Christmas has been a federal holiday since 1870, so we’re used to having a few days off with the family and drinking too much eggnog. However, Christmas was not always such a big celebration. Throughout most of human history, prominent politicians have not let pesky vacations get in the […]
This is an archived article and the information in the article may be out of date. Please look at the history’s timestamp to see when it was last updated. TUOLUMNE COUNTY, Calif. (KTXL) – Historical books stolen from a church in Tuolumne County have now returned to their rightful home, with the help of an […]
NUR-SULTAN – Ethnic Kazakh Turan Bahadur, who lives in Istanbul, has made clothes for historical and period films in Turkey. After the website launched, his movie costume designs started to gain popularity in a competitive market, Turkystan.kz reported. Turan Bahadur Bahadur also designs jewelry, has its own boutique and workshop. Since childhood, Bahadur has helped […]
Editor’s Note: This Back in Time story originally appeared in the September 24, 2007 edition of the Cañon City Daily Record. By Lindsey Larsen Often, when watching a movie, the subject of the location is questioned. Sure, the rugged mountain landscape in the epic movie “Cold Mountain” looked like the wilderness of North Carolina, but […]
Modern American LGBTQIA + history is often centered in coastal urban areas like New York and San Francisco. But every state and city has queer and transgender people, which means America is full of an untold LGBTQIA + story. Here are three historic queer and trans events that happened in Boise, Idaho that you may […]
LAHORE, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – Aug 12, 2020): The Iqbal Museum was specially decorated with a national flag and buntings on the eve of Pakistan’s Independence Day, to be observed on Friday. The museum was previously called Javed Manzil, where the poet, philosopher and national thinker Allama Muhammad Iqbal breathed his last on […]
It’s easy to think of the fundamental moments in history that shaped the company into what it is today. One small change, one tiny alteration – and history, and by extension the world we know today – could be profoundly different. With that in mind, what are the events that changed us? And what would […]
Here in Hoboken, we live among so much history. Mile Square is the birthplace of Frank Sinatra, where the first daughter played Little League Baseball {Maria Pepe, you’re a Hoboken Icon!}, And of course, a bustling, bustling metropolitan area in which, sort ofThe timeless English Victorian Gothic Revival architecture is still preserved. Of from the […]
Through Kedibone Fashion June 16, 2020 Share this article: To shareTweeterTo shareTo shareTo shareE-mailTo share “” Freedom The Musical “tells a powerful story of the #FeesMustFall movement. The gripping musical is created by Aubrey Sekhabi, artistic director and multi-award-winning playwright of the South African State Theater. A phenomenal cast of 47 members and a group […]
As humans, we are obsessed with our own history, determined to learn as much as possible about our origins and the important events that have shaped who we are today. Why? Because there is so much that we don’t know, and we absolutely hate not knowing. Also, we just love a good story. In the […]
Bollywood has a long history of making films based on real events. These films attract a lot of attention and have been loved by fans for the depictions of these historic events. Whether it’s a war or any other real life personalities story, Bollywood has made movies about everything. Kareena Kapoor has also been seen […]
Best practices for digitizing historical books and paper documents By Amy O. Anderson May 28, 2020 This spring’s COVID-19 stay-at-home orders have made the need for digital access clearer than ever. Public and private sector organizations were forced to scramble to keep working despite the office closings, and some were more prepared than others for […]
Sputnik, Sergey Bodrov / CTB Film Company, 2007 They are included in the top 250 of the best historical films of all time, chosen by users from the world’s most popular and authoritative source for film, television and celebrity content. 1. Andrei Rublev (1966) This historical drama, directed by André Tarkovski, depicts in eight short […]
An internal bill including a provision that all Florida students learn of the 1920 Ocoee Election Day massacre has been sent to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. House Bill 1213 – sponsored by Representative Randy Fine (R-Palm Bay) – involves educational instruction on historical events. The bill requires every school district to teach students about the […]
Trump brazenly despises even the idea that moral or ethical standards shape his conduct or define the nation he leads. He rejects distinctions between good and evil for an ethic of explicit self-interest that Americans have never seen before in the White House. Trump questioned the Catholic faith of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and ridiculed […]
1 The Duchess (2008) Based on Amanda Foreman’s biography of Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire (1757-1806), this 2008 film stars Keira Knightley as the 18th century aristocrat who became one of the main ‘influencers’ political and societal issues of his time. The film chronicles the life of Georgiana – of wide-eyed, wide-eyed Lady Georgiana Spencer, 17, […]
By Nivedita Singh New Delhi, Jan. 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) The historically significant Narela Assembly District in Delhi is grappling with the current problems of poor roads, lack of proper transportation and water supply. The history of Delhi Narela dates back to the Harappa and Indus Valley civilization and is also mentioned in the “Tuzuk-e-Jahangiriâ€, the autobiography […]
Outlook January 13, 2020 2:30 PM IST Narela: historic place with contemporary issues perspectivesinde.com 1970-01-01T05: 30: 00 + 0530 Narela: historic place with contemporary issues New Delhi, January 13 (IANS) The historically significant Narela Assembly District in Delhi is grappling with the current problems of poor roads, lack of proper transportation and water supply. The […]
The new trend of making historical films in Bollywood “class =” lazy img-responsive “data-src =” https://www.iwmbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/the-trend-of-historical-movies-in-bollywood-920×518. jpg “width =” 920 “height =” 518 “alt =” The trend for historical films in Bollywood “/> In Bollywood there are many historical films, which tell us the story of the past. There has been an explosion of historical […]
The Macleay Valley Historical Society is holding a sale on a wide range of historical books that focus on the local area. The sale, which offers up to 50% off select books, will continue until all books are sold. There are also books available for purchase for the last time as the publication of the […]
The most difficult choice for a filmmaker is the conundrum of trading historical accuracy and authenticity with theatrical prowess. While the two are equally important in uplifting a movie, they don’t always go hand in hand. The success of previous historical and period films relies on the execution of certain elements of storytelling such as […]
Mughal Emperor Babur neither visited Ayodhya nor ordered the demolition of the temple to build a mosque in 1528 at the disputed site of Ram Janmbhoomi-Babri Masjid, a Hindu body claimed in the Supreme Court on Wednesday. New Delhi: Mughal Emperor Babur neither visited Ayodhya nor ordered the demolition of the temple to build a […]
April 06, 2019 02:41 Posted: April 06, 2019 02:41 Update: December 19, 2019 5:06 AM Copyright 2019 by Channel 3000. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. MADISON, Wisconsin – The University of Wisconsin arboretum was listed as a National Historic Site this week, recognizing its historical significance in […]
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Mahershala Ali plays Don Shirley in Green Book. The famous pianist was an alumnus of the Catholic University of America in Washington Image Credit: Provided When Green Book won the top prize at the Toronto Film Festival in September, it instantly became an Oscar favorite. A few days before the ceremony, his chances remain strong: […]
OWhen Green Book won top prize at the Toronto Film Festival in September, it instantly became an Oscar favorite. Three weeks before the ceremony, his chances remain strong: most bookmakers currently make him the second favorite to win the best picture, after Alfonso Cuarón’s Roma. This, despite several PR disasters, including star Viggo Mortensen uttering […]
TV presenter brings history to life by focusing on an event that took place on each calendar day, but from a predominantly Western perspective The subjectson this day in history | France | Japan ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY Author: Dan Snow Publisher: Hachette India Price: Rs 699 Pages: 412 Dan Snow writes in his […]
(Photo by © Fox Searchlight Pictures) If you thought your office politics were petty, just be glad you weren’t part of the English royal court at the turn of the 17th century. Personality struggles were a major part and – good news for the filmmakers – an extremely dramatic part of the court’s plot, as […]
From the MCU to those who fight against booming moms beasts of the Dark universe, cinematic universes are a big deal in filmmaking right now. And for good reason: Like the comic strip multiverse so many draws of, nnothing gets butts in seats like the promise to hand out the next little piece of story […]
Award-winning filmmaker and writer Shirley Frimpong Manso appealed to the government to help filmmakers produce films related to development and history. The call followed the recent debate sparked by Gabby Otchere Darko, who claimed that Ghanaian filmmakers do not produce development-related films. Speaking to Naa Ashorkor on Showbiz Atos, Shirley lamented the lack of funds […]
The actor will then be seen playing the role of Thamizh in the Telugu hostical “Sye Raaâ€. Tammannah, who had played a central role in Baahubali, said that working in a period film is very difficult, but that she just couldn’t resist the role offered to her in Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy, a biopic about […]
Balancing factual precision and authentic entertainment, historical films often bring out the best of filmmakers around the world, pushed to their limits to create great cinema while doing justice to the real stories and the people who make up their subject matter. Here are ten of the best historical films of all time. Lawrence of […]
84C MoPic (1989) Mel Gibson did a pretty good job of making a Vietnam War movie with We were soldiers (2002), but you can’t beat Patrick Sheane Duncan’s first indie footage, 84C MoPic. Shot on a low budget in California, the POV film follows a reconnaissance mission in enemy territory, and it’s the only film […]
Ridley Scott’s 2005 epic film Kingdom of Heaven about the fall of Jerusalem to Saladin in 1187 has been widely criticized by historians for its lack of precision. Even when the film was still in production, Cambridge historian Jonathan Riley-Smith called it “nonsense” and “Osama bin Laden’s version of the story,” while Michael Haag wrote […]
Composed of 3 parts, Hosseiniyeh, Zeinabiyeh and Abbasiyeh, the complex with its wonderful tiling and incomparable architecture is among the first in the world. The largest miniature Tekyeh in the world, erected in Kermanshah is a must-see in the west of the country. A place of mourning for Shia Muslims, it was attacked and set […]