social history

Museum Visit: The House of Terror, Budapest

The House of Terror, Budapest, Hungary. Copyright © 2022 Terence Carter / Grantourismo. All Rights Reserved. Museum Visit: The House of Terror, Budapest.

We first visited the Terror Háza Múzeum or House of Terror in Budapest a few years ago and were so impressed with its cutting-edge exhibits – more akin to art installations than museum displays – that we had to return this trip. We’ve been avoiding the top 10 sights and must-do monuments on our grand tour … Read more

Understanding Venice, a City Built on Trade and Tolerance – By Foot

Context Tour — Understanding Venice, a City Built on Trade and Tolerance – By Foot. Venice, Italy. Copyright © 2023 Terence Carter / Grantourismo. All Rights Reserved.

“The most important thing to Venetians has always been money,” social historian Monica Vidoni tells us as we begin her Venetian Renaissance walking tour. It’s something we’re hearing often – even by Venetians – but it especially resonates as we stand on Campo Santi Giovani e Paolo where Venice’s riches are on display here, as … Read more