Archeologists have uncovered quite a few remarkable graves in Belgium from the 7th century. Read on if this is your thing! The river Durme, near Elversele in Belgium, has been a place of habitation since the beginning of time. Some 47 Merovingian graves and grave finds were uncovered in 2018. The finds are quite uniqueContinue reading “Merovingians”
Category Archives: Archeology
Nalbinding
If you know me, you know how much I love naalbinding, nalebinding or nalbinding. It is a very ancient craft, dating from at least 5000BC. At events, you will be able to spot me in a corner teaching someone this beautiful craft. If you like, keep an eye on the tutorial section, for regular updatesContinue reading “Nalbinding”
Rotta
I have been a bit busy. Come, sit and warm yourself by the fire. Over the past few weeks I have made my house in order for the coming winter and I have packed several belongings for my trip. It will be a while before I see my beloved Allecmere. I have travelled Rotta, andContinue reading “Rotta”
The oldest house in my town
Have a seat! My dear traveller, have I got a story for you today! Allow me to take you to the 15th century. The city of Leiden was a large town, growing fast with the weaving industry. The hustle & bustle must have been amazing in those days. The growing town attracted plenty of newcomers,Continue reading “The oldest house in my town”
1573
1573 is the year my birth town Alkmaar was liberated from the Spanish oppression. The Eighty Years War, as it was also called, was the Dutch revolt against the Spanish monarch Philips II. Because it is almost 500 years ago, I will not go into the politics of that time. Suffice it to say theContinue reading “1573”
A 1000 year old Viking ring
Stop traveller, come sit by the fire! I have quite story for you!! On Christmas day of the year 2019 a silver ring was found in Hoogwoud, The Netherlands. The ring dates from the 10th century and is a typical Viking ring. Viking experts believe the ring was worn as a pendant, as it isContinue reading “A 1000 year old Viking ring”
14th century house
Now that the world basically has stopped turning due to a modern ‘plague’ I feel the need to share with you pictures of one of the oldest houses in my country The Netherlands and lucky me, I live very close to it! So, just to cheer you up I am sharing these. The house wasContinue reading “14th century house”
The Law Stones
There are three stones buried in the streets of Leiden, which aren’t just decoration, they actually mark the city’s medieval different districts. The stones not only function as a border between the districts, it was also the place where law was practised in public; which means that many punishments and executions were held here. TheContinue reading “The Law Stones”
An Adorable Stronghold
During my many travels, I have visited many places, towns, cathedrals and castles. Allow me to tell you about one of those today. I will take you to the town of Lisse, which is 25 miles south-west of Amsterdam. In the 10th century it isn’t more than a handful of farms. Lisse is near theContinue reading “An Adorable Stronghold”
Golden ring from the 7th century
Dear traveller, have I got a story for you today! It is simply amazing! Have a seat and listen. Last year, in the year 2019, this region was tormented by the Box Tree Caterpillar and many buxus plants were destroyed because of it. It was a very sad episode for those who love gardening. OneContinue reading “Golden ring from the 7th century”
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