In certain cities of France, you can encounter some very strange creatures. Some small and some giant. One day, you’re walking in the streets of Nantes and you’re suddenly facing a giant elephant. Or you’re chilling in Calais, and a dragon comes at you, breathing fire and smoke. Or you’re in the center of Toulouse and you see a Minotaur on your left.
The second time I visited Czech Republic, Kutnà Hora captured my interest with its mysterious ossuary. It is a chapel that is entirely decorated with bones (from more than 40.000 human skeletons!) and with peculiar elements, such as angels. The effect is quite special.
In 2015, I spent 4 days in Portugal, in Lisbon. One day, I can’t recall exactly why, most of the museums and shops were closed in Lisbon, but the attractions of Sintra were open. So I decided to take the train and go there for the day.
Czech Republic is a beautiful country. And I’m not just talking about Prague. There are many other cities worth a visit, and one of my favourite is Český Krumlov (pronounce “Tsheskee Krumlof”). I spent 2 nights there in April 2016 and loved it!
Why Nagano? Because there is a park with hot springs where wild monkeys come to bathe when it’s cold: the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park.
We walked around the cute streets, amazed by the beauty of the Trulli of Alberobello. There were the regular trulli, some kind of little houses with actually more space inside than expected.
If you are visiting Paris and, like me, you enjoy chasing the street art, I recommend going to Montmartre. This district is well known for its artistic history. In the 19th century, it was the home of many artists, and quite a few of them are now renowned.
In Agra, the guide asked me if I wanted to wake up early to see the sun rise on the Taj Mahal. He said that he did not think that it was necessary as there was fog at that time of the year (December) and that maybe we wouldn’t see anything. Still, I decided to give it a try.
Last week, I spent a few days in London. My friend is incredibly knowledgeable about what to do in London, and when I told her I was looking for a place to do shopping and walk in a park, she suggested Kingston Upon Thames that is close to Hampton Court Park. And it was the perfect idea!
