Not the sunset I arrived to. The sun was setting when I crossed Galata Bridge. The shape of Suleymaniye Mosque minarets and its majestic dome were dark against a sky set on fire. And when I ventured outside of the hotel looking for sustainment, the flames in the sky had subsided. It was then the … Continue reading A visit to Bizantium, Constantinople…Istanbul
Category: Europe
The Rose Fever at Queen Mary’s Rose Garden
I know Spring ended a couple of weeks ago, but I had planned this post, and it slipped my mind. Time has just been going by so fast. How come it's already July? I barely felt Spring... and Summer is now here. Officially. Just before it started, I went to see the beautiful roses at … Continue reading The Rose Fever at Queen Mary’s Rose Garden
Visiting the Rijksmuseum & Moco Museums in Amsterdam
There are plenty of museums to visit in Amsterdam - but unless you have an unlimited budget and time, it's hard to see them all (or at least the ones you're interested in) in one go. I've always been attracted to museums - mostly related to Art and History - yet, a museum visit can … Continue reading Visiting the Rijksmuseum & Moco Museums in Amsterdam
Food appreciation post: Sofia, Bulgaria
Sofia is a great place to eat at great restaurants, and delicious food, at a very cheap cost. I arrived in Sofia just at lunchtime on a Saturday, and quickly realised my hotel was closed to one of the most recommended restaurants by tourism guides. Moma - the outside is nicely decorated and the inside … Continue reading Food appreciation post: Sofia, Bulgaria
The wonderful world of Sofia’s Street Art
If you've been following this blog for some time, you would know I do enjoy a good open-air gallery. I've written about it. I love how street art it's there for everyone to see, to interrupt our boring routines on our way home, to work, or whatever the destination is. I love how it brings … Continue reading The wonderful world of Sofia’s Street Art