Culture

In the heart of Burgundy, the small town of Cluny holds a secret. The abbey standing tall in the city center is a mere fragment of what the 11th-century Maior Ecclesia once was, the biggest church ever conceived at the time, a feat that was accomplished in less than 70 years. Thanks to incredibly realistic […]

A building lost in the midst of a 5,000-hectare (12,000-acre) park, Chambord is the castle of all superlatives. There are 156 meters (500 feet) of façade, over 400 rooms, and 77 stairways. For more than five centuries, its design has aroused curiosity. All the plans and archives relative to the building were mysteriously destroyed in […]

A behind-the-scenes look at the beloved painter’s journey from humble beginnings to a pop-culture icon, charting how one local TV commercial evolved into a viral phenomenon that continues to inspire millions around the world to realize their artistic dreams. Show More

It is little known that the Jewish presence in Europe dates back to the first centuries of the Christian era. Wherever they settled, Jews participated in common life and exchanged with Christian populations. But from the 13th to the 15th century, Jews were expelled from all of Europe, and their traces were erased. Today, archaeology […]

Take a journey into “Hamlet,” and learn not only about the play, but also the man. Some of the major actors and directors who have brought the play to life tell us about their experiences with one of the most famous characters ever brought to life onstage. Show More