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9 Facts About St. Patrick’s Day You Never Knew
9 Facts About St. Patrick’s Day You Never Knew

Every year on March 17, hundreds of thousands celebrate the patron saint of Ireland with parades, corned beef, and green-colored everything, but what is this holiday actually for?

Avalon: The Mysterious Island of Arthurian Legend
Avalon: The Mysterious Island of Arthurian Legend

What do we know about Avalon, the mysterious island in Arthurian legend where King Arthur was taken to heal from his mortal wounds?

5 National Historic Sites to Visit in Eastern Canada
5 National Historic Sites to Visit in Eastern Canada

Travelers who want to understand the storied history of Canada can add these five incredible historic sites to their bucket lists.

Sir Lancelot: King Arthur’s Greatest Knight and Betrayer
Sir Lancelot: King Arthur’s Greatest Knight and Betrayer

Lancelot is widely considered to be King Arthur’s greatest knight, but he is also famous for betraying him. Why was Lancelot important to the Arthurian legends?

What Were Wizard Merlin’s Historical Origins?
What Were Wizard Merlin’s Historical Origins?

Merlin was the wizard who served and guided King Arthur in the Arthurian legends. Often reimagined in pop culture, what is the story of the original Merlin?

The Dolomites: The Mountains That Rose From the Sea
The Dolomites: The Mountains That Rose From the Sea

The ancient Dolomite Mountains used to be underwater, and since then have been a pivotal backdrop for World War I battles and medieval fortresses.

Who Are the Main Aboriginal Clans From Eastern Australia?
Who Are the Main Aboriginal Clans From Eastern Australia?

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders have inhabited Eastern Australia since time immemorial.

When Were Camels Used in the Old West?
When Were Camels Used in the Old West?

Incredibly, camels played a vital role in the Old West; with their hardy constitutions they became the ideal companions in arid, desert regions.