Extinct countries you may not have heard of! (Geography Now!)

Perched on the cliffs of the Istrian coast, Piran, the most beautiful town on the Slovenian Riviera, is a medieval gem shaped by centuries of Venetian rule and diverse cultural influences. Protected by 15th-century walls against Turkish...

Welcome to Hvar, Croatia, one of the most stunning islands in the Adriatic Sea. In this video, we take you on a journey to explore the best things to do in Hvar, from its crystal-clear beaches like Dubovica Beach and Pokonji Dol Beach,...

Travel Smart visits one of Independent Travel’s favourite destinations, Italy’s stunning Amalfi Coast.Travel editors Ben Parker and Annabel Grossman give you their tips for making the most of your trip to the Italian coastline, avoiding...

Explore the breathtaking beauty of the Rhine Valley, one of Europe's most scenic regions. Nestled between steep vineyards and medieval castles, this UNESCO World Heritage site offers stunning river views, charming villages, and a...

Jacob Stolworthy takes you through his 12 picks of 2024 in his 12 days of Christmas guide.Today's pick is the MGM TV series From, a supernatural thriller with added vampires that's drawing comparisons to Jacob's beloved Lost.Check out...

It's nearly Christmas and Jacob Stolworthy is looking through 2024 to pick his twelve top picks of the year so you can catch up over the Christmas period.Today's pick is Rebel Ridge from Netflix, revealing our next great action hero....

Germany’s Romantic Road offers a journey through thousands of years of history, featuring world-famous cities, fortresses, and palaces from Würzburg to Neuschwanstein Castle. Highlights include the Baroque town of Würzburg, Rothenburg ob...

Visby, the capital of Gotland in Sweden, is a well-preserved Hanseatic town renowned for its medieval cityscape, highlighted by a 10-meter-high wall built between 1270 and 1420 to protect its wealthy German merchants from local farmers....

Pilsen, the third largest city in the Czech Republic and a European Capital of Culture, is renowned for its historic architecture, including St. Bartholomew’s Cathedral and the Gothic Franciscan Monastery, both dating back to the city’s...

Curtea de Argeş, the oldest Romanian town founded over 700 years ago by Radu Negru, lies in a picturesque setting at the foot of the Carpathians and showcases rich historical and religious heritage. Highlights include the 14th-century...

Trier, Germany's oldest city, was founded in 18 BC under Roman Emperor Augustus and became a center for Christianity under Constantine the Great, with its Roman streets, baths, and amphitheater reflecting its ancient heritage. The city’s...

Banska Stiavnica, one of Slovakia's most beautiful cities, boasts a medieval center and historic silver mines that are UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites. Its highlights include the Kammer-Hof, home to the world's first technical...

Bern, the capital of Switzerland since 1848, boasts a rich history and unique townscape dating back to its founding in 1191, with its compact old city nestled on a rocky ridge by the Aare River. Highlights include the late Gothic Minster...

Tallinn, the capital of Estonia on the Gulf of Finland, offers a stunning medieval charm with landmarks like the Domberg, Town Hall Square, and Pikk Street, showcasing Gothic townhouses, trading guilds, and the iconic Alexander Nevsky...

Levanto serves as the gateway to Cinque Terre, a cluster of five picturesque villages on Italy’s Ligurian coast, each offering unique charm and historical landmarks, from Monterosso Al Mare’s sandy beach to Vernazza’s natural harbor and...

Palma De Mallorca, the capital of the Balearic island in the Mediterranean, is known for its rich history and vibrant culture. The city features "La Seu," an impressive Gothic cathedral, and a mix of architectural styles, set against the...

Košice, once the center of Northern Hungary and now in eastern Slovakia, flourished in the 14th century as a city of goldsmiths, bell-founders, and trade. Notable for the Gothic Saint Elizabeth Cathedral and its Neo-Gothic redesign, the...

St. Gallen, nestled in a green high valley between Lake Constance and eastern Switzerland’s highest mountain, has a rich history dating back to its incorporation into the Swiss Confederation in 1454. Known for its world-famous Abbey...

Bergamo, a fortified city near Milan in Northern Italy, boasts a rich history with influences from Celts, Romans, Lombards, and Franks. The upper town, accessible by funicular, features landmarks like Santa Maria Maggiore and the...

Budva, a historic port town on Montenegro’s Adriatic coast, has seen various rulers from Illyrians, Greeks, and Romans to Venetians and the Austro-Hungarians, and became part of an independent Montenegro in 2006. Despite an earthquake...

Bamberg, a historic Bavarian town dating back to 902, features a charming medieval setting along the Regnitz River and is known as "Little Venice" for its picturesque fishermen's houses. Highlights include the Gothic Old Town Hall on the...

Gdańsk, a port metropolis on the Baltic Sea, has a rich history dating back 1,000 years to its origins as the German-speaking city of Danzig. Extensively destroyed in 1945, it was meticulously rebuilt and is now celebrated as the "City...

Pupil outcome: I can describe my area in detail and describe people's roles within it using prepositions and emphatic pronouns. Key learning points: - [ui] sounds like 'huit' and [eu] sounds like 'deux'. - Emphatic pronouns can be used...