Austria Archive

On Christmas Eve, the mummers - in creepy garments and led by Perchta go around the whole district dancing widly and making much noise.

Perchta: Evil Witch Of The Alps – An Old Tradition That Still Continues

AncientPages.com | December 15, 2019

A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Ancient legends of Perchta (also known as Berchta or Berta) are native to Austria, especially Salzburg, and the Alpine regions of Switzerland, and

Ancient Traditions And Customs

Krampus Celebrations Are Becoming Dangerous – Historian Warns

AncientPages.com | December 10, 2019

Conny Waters – AncientPages.com – It’s always nice to see that ancient traditions and customs are still alive in our modern society, but sometimes festivals can go too

Grutte Pier – Legendary Giant Frisian Freedom Fighter Who Sought Revenge

AncientPages.com | December 20, 2018

Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Known by his nickname, Grutte Pier was a man of extraordinary strength and size. His real name was Pier Gerlofs Donia and he was

Family Medici - Powerful Renaissance Godfathers And Patrons Of Galileo Galilei

Medici Family – Powerful Renaissance Godfathers And Patrons Of Galileo Galilei

AncientPages.com | December 17, 2018

David Tee - AncientPages.com - The term Renaissance Godfathers describes the Medici family well. The fact that the Medici family were bankers at heart, gave them access to untold

The Celtic goddess Epona was identified by her horse symbolism.

Civilizations

Celts: Facts And History About The Powerful And Superior People Of Central And Northern Europe

AncientPages.com | March 1, 2017

A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The Celts are a mysterious people who played a very important role in the history of ancient Europe. In this article, we take an

Marshal Mortier at the battle of Durenstein in 1805. riginal steel engraving drawn by A. Sandoz. Image via wikipedia

History

On This Day In History: Battle Of Durnstein Was Fought On The River Danube – On Nov 11, 1805

AncientPages.com | November 11, 2016

AncientPages.com - On November 11, 1805, the battle of Durnstein took place in the Wachau valley, on the river Danube, 73 kilometers (45 mi) upstream from Vienna, Austria. It

Monument of the Swiss Hero and Patriot with his son.

Ancient Symbols

Wilhelm Tell: Famous Legendary Crossbowman And Swiss Patriot – Symbol Of Freedom And Dignity

AncientPages.com | November 2, 2016

A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Wilhelm Tell was a Swiss national hero who symbolizes the struggle for political and individual freedom. The scene depicting the hero shooting an apple

The Salzburg Catacombs overlook the 17th century St. Peter’s Church and cemetery in Austria. Photo credits: Camp Martin Travels

Salzburg Catacombs: Early Christian Place For Secret Gatherings And Hiding From Persecution

AncientPages.com | March 16, 2016

A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Salzburg Catacombs, hewn out of the Mönchsberg (a mountain named after the Benedictine monks), just above the church, are located in an ancient St.