When cold and wetter climate hit Europe in the 5th century, rye became part of a new and more varied bread culture. Baking Rye bread has medieval roots
Category: Medieval Histories
‘Medieval Histories’ offers medievalists all the news about exhibitions, books, research, archaeology, travel-tips and much more from the Medieval World
The Merovingian Sarcophagus of Chrodoara from Amay
In 1977 the Sarcophagus of Chrodoara was discovered in the church in Amay. The stone-carvings on the slab are widely recognised as unique
Austrasia – the Forgotten Merovingian Kingdom
While in Paris to see the exhibition on the Merovingian Times, remember to take a detour to Saint-Dizier to see the exhibition on Austrasia
The Merovingian Times
Major exhibition on the Merovingian Times in Paris at the Musée de Cluny is a must-see for any medievalists this winter
Commemorating the Conquest of Granada 1492
This week the re-conquest of Granada in 1492 was once more celebrated in the streets while a squabble broke out among politicians, artists and historians about the (lack of) political correctness.
Albarracín – From Taifa to Medieval Lordship
Declared a National Monument in 1961, the medieval town of Albarracin is probably one of the most beautiful and evocative places to experience old Spain
Medieval Bridgettine Treasure in Danger of Being Dispersed
In December 2015, the Munich Diocese decided to close the Bridgettine Abbey in Altomünster. The future fate of the priceless collections is unknown.
The Legend of the Lovers of Teruel
The Story of the Lovers of Teruel published in the 16th c entury is said to have a medieval tragedy at its core.
The Medieval Arundel Tomb in Chichester
A memorial for Philip Larkin has been revealed in the Poets’ Corner in Westminster Abbey. This invites us to ponder the medieval Arundel Tomb, which inspired him
Kirsten and Buris at Vestervig Abbey
In Vestervig in Northern Jutland newly wedded brides place their wedding bouquets at a 13th century medieval tombstone. Why is that?
Abelard and Heloise at Père Lachaise in Paris
Abelard and Heloise have left us some of the most heart-wringing and evocative love letters ever written. In the 19th century a cult developed among lovelorn youngsters at Père Lachaise
Guidarello Guidarelli c. 1450 – 1501
Guidarello Guidarelli (* Ravenna, c. 1450, † Imola, 06.03.1501) was an Italian military leader in the service of Cesare Borgia. He is famous for his effigy
Viking and Medieval Linköping in Östra Götaland
Although founded as the seat of a bishop in the 11th century, it took more than 150 years before Linköping began to look like a proper city.
Medieval Caesarean Section where mother and child survived?
New Czech study raises the question whether a caesarean section was successfully carried out in Prague in the 14th century.
Hans Brask Bishop of Linköping 1464 – 1538
Hans Brask was bishop of Linköping in Östergötland from 1513 – 1527. He is primarily known for his household book with calendar, menus and regulations
Medieval Christmas in Linköping in Sweden
From Sweden comes an old bishop’s manual dating from c. 1520. It tells the story of how Christmas was celebrated in Linköping in Östergötland.