This is the incredible story of Russ Cook, who walked 15,000 kilometers in 350 days! Named « The Hardest Geezer » (« le type fou »), this Englishman decided to take on a crazy challenge: to cross Africa, discover new cultures, meet new people and, above all, surpass his own limits! The marathon wasn’t all plain sailing, and in addition to the violence of the effort on the body, Russ had to contend with a number of problems: « from a visa problem in Algeria to the hostility of the rainforest, not to mention an armed robbery in Angola », he told us. The British man tells us about the hospitality of people, and what an unusual record it is!
Jack in the Green is a festive English tradition that takes place on May Day. During this celebration, a person or a group of people dress up in greenery, leaves, and branches to symbolize the arrival of summer. The custom originated in the 16th century and is linked to Morris dancing and other folk activities. Jack in the Green represents the vitality of nature and the transition to warmer weather. This colorful and joyous event is still observed in certain regions of England, bringing communities together to welcome the season of growth and renewal. There are some photos of Jack in Green !
Salem is a big city which is located in Massachusetts,USA . Every year in Salem a lot of people come to visit this place during Halloween. And do you know why ? Because Salem is the city of witches ! In the year 1692, when people of the town lived of fishing, Salem was a little town, almost 300 people were accused of witchcraft. There was even a witch ward court! After this, the city continued to be famous for witches. And, on the 31st of October, the legend says that witches return to haunt Salem !
Today, Salem is a developed city and there are lots of things you can do ! You can visit the Witch museum, take a haunted walking tour in Salem, etc… On the month of October, the city organizes a Festival of the dead ! There are so many things to do !
