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By the 18th century Britannia had become a powerful allegory of British patriotism and imperial power. The Romans had called the British Isles Britannia in Latin. During the reign of Emperor Hadrian ...
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From Carnival parades and an annual chocolate festival to vermouth rituals and winter-only dishes, February brings Turin's food culture and traditions into sharp focus.
NAME two things that come to mind when you think of Scotland… Castles and golf would be near the top of most people’s lists – ...