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A decade ago, adventurers Simon and Chris Raven, known as the Raven Brothers , set out on a journey that would take them into the heart of one of the world’s oldest and most storied regions—the Black Sea. Their book, Black Sea Circuit , marked this ambitious voyage, captivating readers with a blend of history, culture, and firsthand encounters along the shores of an ancient and mystical body of water at the birthplace of civilisation. Now, ten years later, their work has become a classic for lovers of travel and adventure, celebrated for its unique look into a region steeped in myth, mystery, and resilience. Black Sea Circuit brings to life the cradle of legends such as Jason and the Argonauts, Noah’s Ark, and the fierce Amazons. This mysterious and fascinating part of the world has long intrigued scholars and travelers alike, but few have embarked on a journey quite like the Raven Brothers’. Armed with a trusty twenty-year-old Volvo, which they describe as looking “as rustic and weat...

Black Sea Circuit by The Raven Brothers The Black Sea is the inspiration for the myths like Jason and the Argonauts, Noah's Ark and the Amazons—a powerful female warrior tribe. Enticed by insatiable curiosity, The Raven Brothers set out on a mission to circumnavigate the ancient Black Sea that has been the epicentre of human civilization for thousands of years. In 2014, British travel writers, The Raven Brothers, set themselves the challenge of driving full circle around the Black Sea. Their journey took them through southern Ukraine and Russia, less than six months before the annexation of Crimea and the invasion of Donetsk. It is a region of the world that is currently a war zone, and their route for the time being is now impassable even to the most courageous traveller. Discover a fascinating account of their journey in the book 'Black Sea Circuit: Crimea & the Caucasus'. The brothers get up close and personal with the intriguing people who live in the six nations th...