It is really hard to escape the cacophony of sounds in Hanoi and there is just literally so much stuff pilling everywhere - from mopeds, people, storefronts full of different objects, food - that even your eyes need a break, just something to look at that is simple, uncomplicated. I crave going to place where … Continue reading The mysterious Hoan Kam Lake in Hanoi
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Visiting the mosques of Istanbul
When you think of Istanbul the first image that comes to mind is probably that of Hagia Sophia. The Mosque that once was a Church, the Church that became a Mosque, and the Mosque that became a Museum to be turned back into Mosque. Yet I doubt anyone really goes to Hagia Sophia for prayer. … Continue reading Visiting the mosques of Istanbul
The Cats of Istanbul
I'm so happy to finally be writing about one of the most wonderful things about Istanbul - the cats. Avoiding them when visiting the city is impossible - they are everywhere. If anything, you've got to be careful not to step in one. And the most incredible thing is that while these cats would be … Continue reading The Cats of Istanbul
The month of the Dead – West Norwood Cemetery
We're halfway through the month of October already. This is one of my favourite, if not my favourite, time of the year. I love fall and well... the countdown to Halloween. I'm definitely a fan of ghost stories, of lost souls, always curious about the rituals different countries have used and currently still undertake when … Continue reading The month of the Dead – West Norwood Cemetery
The mysterious coin trees in the Lake District
I am a sucker for the eerie and the mystical. I'm not a spiritual or religious person, but I'm often intrigued by the beliefs of others. I suppose a part of me wants to believe in something and seeks answers somewhere. So anything unusual typically perks my ears and catches my eye. So imagine my … Continue reading The mysterious coin trees in the Lake District