tea plantations in sri lanka

Working the tea fields

The tea industry in Sri Lanka is more than just a critical part of the economy. It also gives a lifestyle – and a home – to thousands of people.

Rammelsberg Mines, Goslar, Germany

Visit Rammelsberg Mine

These mines in central Germany were used continuously for more than 1000 years! So what’s it like to go inside the tunnels of Rammelsberg today?

Volklingen Ironworks, Volklingen, Germany

Visit the Völklingen Ironworks

Völklingen Ironworks was the first industrial site added to the World Heritage List. It played a huge part in development of Germany in the 20th century.

speicherstadt

Why are these warehouses so important?

This magnificent area in the Germany city of Hamburg is the world’s largest warehouse district and was recently added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List.

ouseburn valley

Newcastle is changing

Above ground, the English city of Newcastle is changing. The symbols of industry have shifted from the practical to the nostalgic.

paper museum portugal

Following the paper trail

Portugal: The Paper Museum in Santa Maria da Feira gives visitors a unique understanding of an industry that supported the region for centuries.