• Hanseatic League

    From a425couple@21:1/5 to SolomonW on Wed Aug 7 09:19:44 2019
    XPost: soc.history.medieval

    On 8/6/2019 1:50 AM, SolomonW wrote:
    On Fri, 2 Aug 2019 23:49:13 -0700 (PDT), ggggg9271@gmail.com wrote:

    On Tuesday, June 27, 2000 at 9:00:00 PM UTC-10, noid wrote:
    Hello,

    You can check the reference lists given at the end of the papers that I
    have published on my homepage: http://schonewille.cjb.net
    If you have questions about the economic significance of the Hanse, I
    would be glad to help you.
    Mark

    kolya1701 wrote:

    Can anyone tell me where to find resources (English Language) on the group >>>> dynamics of the Hanseatic League c. 1170-1500? It would be greatly
    appreciated.

    https://www.historyextra.com/period/medieval/a-medieval-european-union-why-the-hanseatic-league-still-matters/

    The city of Tallinn, Estonia has gone to a lot of effort in recreating some of the Hanseatic League sites, I enjoyed it a lot and recommend it to
    others here to visit.

    PS Alcohol is very cheap there and very good, so
    enjoy.

    In 2016 we spent several days in Bergen Norway.
    They have a restored Hanseatic League area on the waterfront.
    Bryggen.

    here is one relevant link
    see https://www.travelagentcentral.com/cruises/cruising-ashore-exploring-bergen-norway-s-historic-bryggen-district

    Cruising Ashore: Exploring Bergen, Norway's "Bryggen"
    by Susan J. Young
    Jan 21, 2019 9:54am

    Cruisers often say that one of Scandinavia’s prettiest ports is Bergen, Norway. Travel Agent – from a visit there last fall – would definitely agree. The destination is both a popular cruise embarkation port and
    port of call.

    What’s special? In past centuries, Bergen was a maritime powerhouse, and while it was not an official Hanseatic League city it was one of four
    Hanseatic League seafaring/trade “quarters” along with Bruges, Belgium; London, England; and Novgorod, Russia.

    Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bergen's historic Bryggen (wharf) area
    along the Vagen fjord features grand multi-story wooden structures and
    narrow passageways into back streets. But the city is actually much
    older than the Hanseatic era; it dates from Medieval times.

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    Just Meander
    The best way to explore Bryggen is to simply meander on foot. Check out
    our original slide show above detailing Bryggen’s historic buildings
    with maroon, yellow and brown coloring. These tall, slim, wooden
    townhouse-like structures deliver a vibe of past centuries.

    Some lean precariously upon each other. A large stag’s head adorns one
    of the structures.

    Looking at the front of these water-facing buildings, cruisers will see
    several narrow public passageways with arched entries. We'd recommend
    entering to stroll those alleys, admire the soaring gables and imagine
    how the locals lived and worked centuries ago.

    That said, visitors should take care when walking as Bryggen has
    cobblestoned streets and many uneven surfaces. Housed within the
    historic buildings are artists’ studios, craft/souvenir shops and a
    "must pop in" fishing tackle shop, not a surprising shop given Bergen's
    fishing heritage.

    Tucked away at the end of one passageway is a courtyard displaying a
    giant wooden fish sculpture, which definitely warrants a selfie. It’s
    outside Audun Hetlands Atelier, a gallery exhibiting works by the late Norwegian caricaturist.

    Hanseatic History
    To learn about life during four centuries of the Hanseatic era, visitors
    would typically visit the Hanseatic Museum, built in 1704 and one of
    Bergen’s oldest wooden buildings. But while visitors can admire the
    outside of the building on Finnegarden (shown in our slide show), the
    main museum is closed through 2024, as restoration work is under way.

    However, starting on May 1, those who head for the museum’s Shotstuene complex, home to four former Hanseatic assembly rooms and two cook
    rooms, will find new Hanseatic exhibitions, plus details on the
    Finnegarden restoration.

    Most notably, visitors can peer into a medieval ruin hidden underneath
    the building and newly visible through a glass floor.

    Another spot that provides good historical perspective is the Bryggen
    Museum, with the city's oldest foundations and artifacts; it’s currently closed for construction of a new exhibition but will reopen in late May,
    just in time for the summer Norwegian cruise season.

    More Tidbits
    Today, cargo ships still arrive/depart from Bergen with fish, seafood
    and other goods, but they also transport different cargo of the human
    kind -- tens of thousands of cruise visitors annually, many of whom
    can’t wait to stroll through Bergen’s historic downtown.

    For pre- and post-cruise stays, it's advantageous to stay at a property that’s within easy walking distance of Bryggen. Among the conveniently located choices is the 342-room Raddison Blu Norge, where Travel Agent
    stayed for several nights. Our room was spacious, well-appointed and
    overlooked the harbor area, plus the hotel had an excellent on-site
    restaurant, 26 North.

    Even if cruisers aren’t staying at the hotel, 26 North Bar & Social
    Club, with direct access to/from Bryggen’s waterfront, offers a range of snacks, light meals and drinks throughout the day. In late afternoon, it
    seemed as popular with the locals as with hotel guests.

    For free or discounted entry to museums and other Bergen attractions,
    consider the Bergen Card, available for purchase online or from the
    city’s Bergen Tourist Information Center. For details and other tourism information, visit www.visitbergen.com.

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  • From SolomonW@21:1/5 to All on Thu Aug 8 21:00:22 2019
    XPost: soc.history.medieval

    On Wed, 7 Aug 2019 09:19:44 -0700, a425couple wrote:

    On 8/6/2019 1:50 AM, SolomonW wrote:
    On Fri, 2 Aug 2019 23:49:13 -0700 (PDT), ggggg9271@gmail.com wrote:

    On Tuesday, June 27, 2000 at 9:00:00 PM UTC-10, noid wrote:
    Hello,

    You can check the reference lists given at the end of the papers that I >>>> have published on my homepage: http://schonewille.cjb.net
    If you have questions about the economic significance of the Hanse, I
    would be glad to help you.
    Mark

    kolya1701 wrote:

    Can anyone tell me where to find resources (English Language) on the group
    dynamics of the Hanseatic League c. 1170-1500? It would be greatly
    appreciated.

    https://www.historyextra.com/period/medieval/a-medieval-european-union-why-the-hanseatic-league-still-matters/

    The city of Tallinn, Estonia has gone to a lot of effort in recreating some >> of the Hanseatic League sites, I enjoyed it a lot and recommend it to
    others here to visit.

    PS Alcohol is very cheap there and very good, so
    enjoy.

    In 2016 we spent several days in Bergen Norway.
    They have a restored Hanseatic League area on the waterfront.
    Bryggen.

    here is one relevant link
    see https://www.travelagentcentral.com/cruises/cruising-ashore-exploring-bergen-norway-s-historic-bryggen-district

    Cruising Ashore: Exploring Bergen, Norway's "Bryggen"
    by Susan J. Young
    Jan 21, 2019 9:54am

    Cruisers often say that one of Scandinavias prettiest ports is Bergen, Norway. Travel Agent V from a visit there last fall V would definitely agree. The destination is both a popular cruise embarkation port and
    port of call.

    Whats special? In past centuries, Bergen was a maritime powerhouse, and while it was not an official Hanseatic League city it was one of four Hanseatic League seafaring/trade quarters along with Bruges, Belgium; London, England; and Novgorod, Russia.

    Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bergen's historic Bryggen (wharf) area along the Vagen fjord features grand multi-story wooden structures and
    narrow passageways into back streets. But the city is actually much
    older than the Hanseatic era; it dates from Medieval times.

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    Just Meander
    The best way to explore Bryggen is to simply meander on foot. Check out
    our original slide show above detailing Bryggens historic buildings
    with maroon, yellow and brown coloring. These tall, slim, wooden townhouse-like structures deliver a vibe of past centuries.

    Some lean precariously upon each other. A large stags head adorns one
    of the structures.

    Looking at the front of these water-facing buildings, cruisers will see several narrow public passageways with arched entries. We'd recommend entering to stroll those alleys, admire the soaring gables and imagine
    how the locals lived and worked centuries ago.

    That said, visitors should take care when walking as Bryggen has
    cobblestoned streets and many uneven surfaces. Housed within the
    historic buildings are artists studios, craft/souvenir shops and a
    "must pop in" fishing tackle shop, not a surprising shop given Bergen's fishing heritage.

    Tucked away at the end of one passageway is a courtyard displaying a
    giant wooden fish sculpture, which definitely warrants a selfie. Its outside Audun Hetlands Atelier, a gallery exhibiting works by the late Norwegian caricaturist.

    Hanseatic History
    To learn about life during four centuries of the Hanseatic era, visitors would typically visit the Hanseatic Museum, built in 1704 and one of Bergens oldest wooden buildings. But while visitors can admire the
    outside of the building on Finnegarden (shown in our slide show), the
    main museum is closed through 2024, as restoration work is under way.

    However, starting on May 1, those who head for the museums Shotstuene complex, home to four former Hanseatic assembly rooms and two cook
    rooms, will find new Hanseatic exhibitions, plus details on the
    Finnegarden restoration.

    Most notably, visitors can peer into a medieval ruin hidden underneath
    the building and newly visible through a glass floor.

    Another spot that provides good historical perspective is the Bryggen
    Museum, with the city's oldest foundations and artifacts; its currently closed for construction of a new exhibition but will reopen in late May,
    just in time for the summer Norwegian cruise season.

    More Tidbits
    Today, cargo ships still arrive/depart from Bergen with fish, seafood
    and other goods, but they also transport different cargo of the human
    kind -- tens of thousands of cruise visitors annually, many of whom
    cant wait to stroll through Bergens historic downtown.

    For pre- and post-cruise stays, it's advantageous to stay at a property thats within easy walking distance of Bryggen. Among the conveniently located choices is the 342-room Raddison Blu Norge, where Travel Agent
    stayed for several nights. Our room was spacious, well-appointed and overlooked the harbor area, plus the hotel had an excellent on-site restaurant, 26 North.

    Even if cruisers arent staying at the hotel, 26 North Bar & Social
    Club, with direct access to/from Bryggens waterfront, offers a range of snacks, light meals and drinks throughout the day. In late afternoon, it seemed as popular with the locals as with hotel guests.

    For free or discounted entry to museums and other Bergen attractions, consider the Bergen Card, available for purchase online or from the
    citys Bergen Tourist Information Center. For details and other tourism information, visit www.visitbergen.com.

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    I saw the Hanseatic Museum there and it was as you say very nice.

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