Aleppo’s walled east has been in the news for some time, as the city’s government and rebel forces battled over territory and influence in the country’s biggest city.Now, with the walled eastern part of the city under the control of the government, residents are in the process of building a new city.
The walled cities of the Old World, as well as their castles and towns, are a vital part of the history of the city.A new book by historian Mark Latham tells the story of how they were built.“City Walls” by Mark Lathas, published by Viking Penguin, is a book about the history and construction of […]
You’ll have to get your travel insurance before you get to Berlin, but you can save money with an optional travel insurance policy.You can use the policy if you’re not sure about the amount of travel you’re entitled to, or you can buy it from the city’s public transport network.You’ll pay between €20 and €100 […]