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Exploring Valencia’s Dark Past: Executions and Bullfighting at Plaza del Mercado

It was a hot summer’s day in Valencia when Margarida Borrás was hanged. Despite the heat, the Plaza del Mercado was packed with onlookers, drawn by the morbid allure of public executions, which served as both a deterrent and a source of entertainment in the 15th century. The atmosphere was reminiscent of a modern-day sports event.

Today, it’s challenging to envision such scenes. The square, adorned with elegant buildings and lively visitors snapping selfies, leads to the iconic Mercado Central, one of the city’s most cherished attractions. While the square appears vibrant and joyful, beneath its facade lies a tragic history that cannot be ignored.

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Explore Italy’s Hidden Renaissance and Roman Treasures Now Open to Visitors

When visiting Italy, it always feels like there’s something new to explore. From the newly accessible Roman remains of the Acra Sacra di Largo Argentina to the recent reopening of Cinque Terre’s Via dell’Amore, not to mention the ongoing discoveries in Pompeii, the list of attractions is constantly evolving. Just when you think you’ve seen it all, there’s always a reason to return.

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Top 5 Must-Experience Rail Journeys in Europe for 2025 by GoTravelDaily Expert

With new routes, faster trains, and even renewed carriages, the great European rail renaissance shows no signs of hitting the buffers. It has never been easier to travel by train across Europe, and operators are rewarding travelers who explore the continent on rail. For a rail system that has been around for ages, it still has plenty of hidden classics up its sleeve.

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Top Museums in Anchorage Featuring Seaplanes and Alaska Native Art

Most visitors to Anchorage merely pass through the city on their way to engaging wilderness pursuits. However, scattered around this metropolitan area, more than half a dozen museums offer a quieter, more enriching way to learn about this lightly populated state. Here are seven places where you can experience stirring objects, traditions, and stories that reflect Alaska’s unique character.

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Explore 10 Stunning Year-Round Hikes in Georgia

If you picture Georgia as peach groves and coastal swamps, you’re only getting half the picture. The largest state east of the Mississippi River climbs to Appalachian heights in the north, where wild forested hills of Southern terrain are crisscrossed by incredible hikes that rival anything in neighboring North Carolina or more famous outdoor destinations such as New Hampshire and Vermont.

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