Why are 3 hundred tons of St. Martin’s Croissants eaten in Poznań on the 11th of November?
St. Martin’s Croissant, known as Rogal Świętomarciński, is a croissant with white poppy-seed filling traditionally prepared in Poznań and some parts of Greater Poland…
The Jacobean legend of the Vákner
We have spoken on many occasions about the cultural heritage of our country, specifically that surrounding the Autonomous Community of Galicia. Most of the…
The Calabrian fathers of the Gregorian calendar
By Francesca Politi -JUMP Team In the 16th century the Gregorian Reform changed the way we keep track of dates. Behind this event we…
OLD MARYCH as the only physical representation of the local dialect in Poland, and a subject of great affection.
When we talk about famous symbols of Poznań, it is important to mention Old Marych, one of Poznań’s most beloved citizens. The bronze statue…
The Castle in Greater Poland where the White Lady never sleeps…
By Paulina Skrzypczak, KONTAKT, Poland. The White Lady of the Castle in Kórnik is one of Greater Poland’s most recognizable ghost tales. This is…
A walk through the narrowest street of Italy – in Santa Caterina, Southern Italy
By Sonia Simpatico – JUMP Team (Italy) When you arrive to Santa Caterina Superiore at a first glance you would never think that in…
Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake Festival
The cheese rolling festival is a contest held in Gloucester, England. It has been around for over 600 years and is usually held on…
The Art of Wine in Calabria
By Francesco Tirinato Wine has always been rooted in popular tradition. It was part of the identity of the farmers and all the inhabitants…
Muxía and the secret of its stones
The Camino de Santiago does not always end in Santiago. Since the Middle Ages, many pilgrims have decided to continue their journey beyond Santiago…
The mystery of Margate’s Shell Grotto
The Shell Grotto is an ornate subterranean passageway shell grotto in Margate, Kent. Almost all the surface area of the walls and roof is covered in mosaics created entirely of seashells,…