Every winter, St. Augustine puts on an amazing show. The entire historic district – every palm tree, every balcony, and every roof is covered with over three million white lights. It’s the “Nights of Lights,” and honestly, photos don’t do it justice. It is called one of the colorful and vibrant holiday events, and when […]
Where To Go In Chicago If you’re spending Thanksgiving in Los Angeles, Chicago or St. Augustine, both cities offer plenty of family-friendly activities – from museums and scenic walks to festive seasonal events. And for those looking for a more unusual, educational, and emotional experience, the Medieval Torture Museum is available both in LA and […]
Black Friday offers wonderful opportunities for bonding, when you buy the best gifts for your loved ones that they might have been dreaming about for a long time. Personally, I also love spending time with family during this time. So below I’ve gathered for you various places that offer family activities with nice discounts, which […]
Chicago weekends are always packed with concerts and festivals. But let’s face it: the most memorable events are the immersive experiences open all year. If you want to escape the routine and give yourself some exciting experience, the city offers unique opportunities that go far beyond the typical tourist route. Whether you’re a local or […]
LA is legendary for blurring the line between reality and fiction, particularly regarding immersive exhibits. While plenty of visitors rush to see the frozen smiles of celebrities, the city offers far richer, more artistically detailed experiences – if you know where to look. Mapping out your weekend? Here are the top spots where lifelike figures […]
St. Augustine is one of the oldest cities in the US and was settled by Spanish colonialists in 1565. There you can find beautiful architecture and amazing ocean views, whether during your trip or just casual walks. The city isn’t large so it makes it easy to explore on foot or by trolley. Discover the […]
The Ritual of Punishment and the Logic of Terror During medieval and early modern Europe, punishments were designed not just to kill, but to take apart the human body in public displays of fear, authority, and complete power over life. Death by sawing, to be flayed alive, and to be drawn and quartered — all […]
What Is a Strappado? To understand the strappado meaning, one must picture a body suspended in prayer-like agony. The victim’s hands were bound behind their back and attached to a rope passing over a beam. When pulled upward, the arms twisted unnaturally, the shoulders dislocating under their own weight. That is what is a strappado—a […]
The thumbscrew: cold metal, crushing pressure, screams bouncing off dungeon walls. It’s hard to think of a medieval torture device that sums up human cruelty better. This little thing shows just how creative and brutal interrogations could get back then. What’s a Thumbscrew? At its core, what’s a thumbscrew? It was a compact yet devastating […]
