Dominico Mancini, Parisian Scholar, described Southwark as ‘a suburb remarkable for its streets and buildings, which, if it were surrounded by walls, might be called a second city.’ In fact, Southwark was so large that it had a population of approximately 8000 people, many of those conside...
In 1529, Henry VIII ordered a new bathroom built on the first floor of the Bayne Tower at Hampton Court. This tower was Henry VIII’s luxury suite and consisted of an office and strong-room; a bedroom, bathroom and private study and a library and jewel house (Thurley, Pg. 170). Thurl...
Most of the Tudor buildings at Penshurst were added during Sir Henry's lifetime. Sir Philip Sidney is born at Penshurst Place. He is named after his Godfather, Philip II of Spain. Mary I dies. Elizabeth I succeeds. Protestant Church re-established, causing emnity with Roman Catholic powers...
Marvel at the stunning Victorian and Edwardian buildings that line the streets, showcasing the city's colonial past. Don't miss the chance to visit the Durban City Hall, a grand structure that boasts exquisite architecture and houses the Durban Art Gallery. For a glimpse into the city's ...
it was necessary to tear down buildings in the fire’s path…private buildings. People’s homes and their shops and their businesses. Obviously, nobody wants their homes torn down, even if there is a fire on the way, and to override this, the firefighters needed the permission of the Lor...