The mirrors of Castello Estense in Ferrara
Ferrara is a historic town in the region of Emilia Romagna in Italy. Though its origins are a mystery, the first mention of Ferrara…
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Visiting the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is a contemporary arts museum in this city in the Basque Country, Spain. Designed by one of my favourite architects,…
The mysterious Ksiaz Castle
Ksiaz Castle or Zamek Ksiaz (or Schloss Fürstenstein in German) is one of the most imposing castles in Lower Silesia in the southwest of…
A day trip to San Marino
San Marino is one of the smallest countries in the world. For people visiting the region of Emilia-Romagna in Italy, it’s a quick way…
The canals of Amsterdam in photos
Amsterdam is my home and there’s no other city I’d rather live in (ok, for now!). Amsterdam is one of the most cosmopolitan cities…
A week in Emilia Romagna
Emilia-Romagna is an Italian region north of Tuscany (map), roughly between Florence and Venice. With its forest-clad mountains, endless beaches along the Adriatic coast,…
Going slow in Provence
I should’ve taken it as a sign. I guess I was just too excited to notice. It was my first time in Provence, this…
Seven classic Italian beach escapes
Italy is one of the premier luxury beach destinations in Europe, with an outstanding reputation that spans centuries. During the Roman times, the Emperors…
The wonders of Ravenna
Ravenna is a small, historic town in the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna. Located close to the Adriatic Sea, the town can trace its history…
