Tsar Nicholas is shown drinking in the church during his father’s funeral. Just take a look at the historical photos of Nicholas in churches. He’s always surrounded by his suite and officials.

Originally conceived in the mid-1800s to honor Tsarevich Nicholas Alexandrovich (who died in Nice), the St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral wasn't completed until the early 20th century. Tsar ...

THE history of aviation is filled with groundbreaking moments, but one early event stands out for its sheer audacity.

Salome Kobulashvili is a direct descendant of the last Georgian king, Erekle II. But I would have never known this ...

A new show at Washington’s Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens delivers an exquisite look at Princess Natalie Paley.

Hong Kong’s old-money developers are facing a credit reckoning after decades of easy borrowing, says Bloomberg ...

Warsaw's gorgeously reconstructed Old Town and, in its rising downtown, the new museum of modern art, by the New York–based ...

Learn about the major world events and happenings, birthdays, and deaths that took place on July 09. Check what happened ...

How creditworthy are Hong Kong’s billionaire tycoons? Despite the glamour and prestige they project, the city’s old money are dishing out one nasty surprise after another. As bankers and investors ...

“Jelena was always the soul of our family in Paris. Although she lost everything in Russia, she never spoke of revenge. She ...

As the Capital and largest city of England, London is a thoroughly modern city. However, its history dates back to Roman times with an impressive Medieval History. London is an excellent first ...