sword articles Tag

The commedia dell'arte: origins and characters

stful, and conceited soldier. Often of Spanish origin, he wears a uniform (a multi-colored striped suit with gold buttons, a feathered hat and a large sword) - the zannis or valets, deceitful or foolish, schemers or cowards Among the valets are the characters of: - Arlequin (Arlecchino) and his ...

23
Feb
2011

Saint Lucia: 5 things to know about this festival of lights

to take the life of St. Lucia at the stake. Moreover, the red belt is another symbol recalling the martyrdom of the saint, who was inflicted with a sword wound to the abdomen. 4- The Christian festival has been brought back to life. Saint Lucia is a Catholic holiday dating back to the Middle ...

07
Dec
2017

Charroux in Allier : one of the most beautiful villages in France

(@villedecharroux) Admire in passing the 12th-century Saint-Jean-Baptiste church, whose truncated bell tower looks as if it has been struck by a sword, the rampart and the East and West gates that mark the boundary of the ancient fortifications. View this post on Instagram ...

27
July
2022

Filitosa: a megalithic site in Corsica

nguish their silhouette, engraved in stone from the front and back, but you will also notice that several of these mysterious granite men are armed with a sword or dagger, sometimes suspended from a belt. These warriors are only about 2 meters tall on average, when the statue is complete, but they ...

11
Aug
2023

European Heritage Days: Cast off at the National Maritime Museum!

and the (sometimes juicy) anecdotes that accompany it. Throughout the weekend, historical reenactments bring the 16th-century castle back to life: costumes, sword duels, and the smell of gunpowder included! Before you leave, don't miss the exhibition "Figureheads," created in partnership with EESAB ...

16
Sep
2025

Japan Mania Festival at Mini World Lyon: the must-attend event for fans of anime, manga... and miniatures!

One Piece, Pokémon, and Jujutsu Kaisen are integrated into the permanent exhibitions. - Non-stop Activities: Quizzes, J-Pop karaoke, cosplay contests, sword demonstrations, signing sessions... - Immersive Restaurant: A recreated Japanese square, complete with paper lanterns and the scents of ramen ...

07
Jan
2026