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“L’Emperador de Valencia” (1934): This historical drama depicts the life of Emperor Charles V and…

“If on a winter’s night a visitor” by Italo Calvino: This postmodern novel takes place…

Tallinn, the capital city of Estonia, effortlessly blends medieval charm with a modern culture thtrough…

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson: This gripping thriller, set in contemporary…

“Eastern Plays” (2009): Directed by Kamen Kalev, this Bulgarian drama explores the lives of two…

Seville, Spain’s capital of Andalusia is known for its gilded history, architecture, small streets with…

“The Girl from Monday” (2005) – Directed by Hal Hartley, this science fiction film features…

Saint Petersburg is a city steeped in history, culture, architectural magnificence and world-class museums. The…

“Redemption” (2013): This crime thriller follows a former special forces soldier seeking justice in the…

“Blindness” by Saramago José: While not exclusively set in Riga, this dystopian novel includes scenes…

“The Unbearable Lightness of Being” by Milan Kundera: This internationally acclaimed novel takes place in…

“Amadeus” (1984): This Academy Award-winning film, set in Prague during the 18th century, tells the…

Located in the heart of Europe, Prague is a city that effortlessly captivates its visitors…

Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city, captivates visitors with its history, architecture, and character. Tucked away along…

“Sannikov Land” by Vladimir Obruchev: This adventure novel follows the journey of a scientific expedition…

Located between the Ural Mountains and the Kama River, the city of Perm welcomes visitors…

“The Twelve Chairs” by Ilf and Petrov: This satirical novel follows a comedic adventure as…

“Battleship Potemkin” (1925): This iconic silent film directed by Sergei Eisenstein showcases the events of…

“Boris Godunov” by Alexander Pushkin: This historical play, written by the father of Russian literature,…

Alexander Nevsky” (1938): Directed by Sergei Eisenstein, this historical film follows the legendary Prince Alexander…

The Sound of Music (1965): While not entirely set in Bavaria, this classic musical features…

“The Master and Margarita” by Mikhail Bulgakov: This iconic novel combines satirical elements and magical…

Moscow, a city of contrasts where history meets modern vibrancy. Red Square and Kremlin: Begin…

“The Unwomanly Face of War” by Svetlana Alexievich: Although not entirely set in Minsk, this…

“Come and See” (1985) – A war drama set during World War II that showcases…

“Volver” (2006) – Directed by Pedro Almodóvar, this drama explores the lives of three generations…

“Silk” by Alessandro Baricco: This novel tells the story of a French merchant who travels…

Lyon, the city located in the heart of France is known for its history, architectural…

Located in the heart of Eastern Europe lies the enchanting city of Ljubljana, also knon…

“Night Train to Lisbon” by Pascal Mercier: This philosophical novel follows the journey of a…

“Lisbon Story” (1994) – Directed by Wim Wenders, this film explores the city’s sights, sounds,…

“The Old Lie” by Claire O’Quinn – This historical novel is set in Lille during…

“Welcome to the Sticks” (2008) – This French comedy takes place in and around Lille,…

Located in the northeastern corner of France, the enchanting city of Lille offers a blend…

“The Damned United” (2009) – A biographical sports drama revolving around the legendary Leeds United…

Built on the wealth of the woollen merchants of the pre industrial age, Leeds, a…

“The Spies of Warsaw” by Alan Furst – This historical spy novel is set in…

“Schindler’s List” (1993) – Directed by Steven Spielberg, this critically acclaimed film tells the story…

“And Quiet Flows the Don” by Mikhail Sholokhov: Although set primarily in the Don River…

“Everything Is Illuminated” (2005) – Based on Jonathan Safran Foer’s novel, this film follows a…