Month: March 2017

Architecture of Norway. From fairy tales to futurism

Norway is well-known for its striking modern architecture which combine traditions and innovations, emphasized integration with the natural landscapes, minimalistic, yet sophisticated. A coastal area’s harsh climate dictated an economy, culture and political structure of the country. Vikings invented a longships ( about 25 meters long or longer ) and they had to learn how Read More

Fantastic Beasts of a Medieval manuscripts

This year the British Library will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the publication of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone with exhibition “A History of Magic”. The exhibition will be structured around subjects from Hogwarts: from Potions and Alchemy, to Care of Magical Creatures. A History of Magic will open 20 October 2017, and run Read More