Immerse yourself in the dark times of the Middle Ages

After seeing “The Visitors”, have you ever wondered what the story would have been like in reverse? If you’re curious, we’ll tell you what life was like in the Middle Ages. Know first that this is a dark period of history, which is not limited to dragons, knights and other princesses.

Indeed, from 500 to 1500, Europe was dominated by the Catholic Church, feudalism, famine, poverty and death. From the fall of the Roman Empire to the start of the Renaissance, Europe went through wacky medical care, abusive legal practices, religious fanaticism, violence and serious illnesses. For regarding 1,000 years, reaching the age of 5 was one victory, and not starving was another. And above all, it was necessary to forget regarding the comfort of life.

In this gallery, you will discover some of the darkest events that marked the Middle Ages, and which will leave you grateful to live in the present world.

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