According to the written tradition, a Francis-can monk named Joakim Balagović brought Our Lady’s statue from the Holy Land in 1669 as a gift for his brother Nikola who lived just by the road at Trški vrh. When the unfortunate Nikola’s house caught fire and burned to the ground, the statue was found untouched in the ashes. Nikola then put it in the hollow walnut tree near his house and that’s where the first worshiping of the statue began.

Discover the 21c Museum Hotel Bentonville, a unique blend of boutique hotel, contemporary art museum, and cultural hub located on the northeast corner of Bentonville’s town square. Just a short walk from Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, this hotel features over 12,000 square feet of exhibition space, with art seamlessly integrated into every corner. The hotel is also home to The Hive restaurant, offering a culinary experience to complement your visit. With rotating exhibitions and daily gallery access, there’s always something new to explore. Be sure to check out the regular cultural programming for an even deeper dive into the arts.

Connaught Place, a prominent commercial and financial hub in central New Delhi, is renowned for its unique colonial-style architecture and hosts several attractions and cultural landmarks. Notable sites include Palika Bazaar, an underground market; Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century astronomical observatory; Hanuman Temple, a historic temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman; and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, a prominent Sikh temple known for its beautiful architecture and serene atmosphere. As a major shopping destination, Connaught Place offers a blend of high-end boutiques, international brands, street markets, and traditional Indian shops. Visitors can explore Janpath Market for a wide range of goods and the State Emporiums for handicrafts, textiles, and artefacts from different Indian states. The area also features art galleries, theatres, and a diverse range of dining options, from high-end restaurants to street food vendors, providing various cuisines and dining experiences.

Vallby Sörgården Cultural Reserve in Tidan is a unique living reminder of traditional 19th-century Swedish farming communities. This cultural reserve encompasses a well-preserved home, farm buildings, and a living agricultural landscape. Maintaining its 19th-century charm, the house, renovated in the 1910s, remains largely unchanged with original decor and equipment intact. During spring, summer and autumn you can join in on activities such as threshing and mowing the crops.