Ravenna: A City Covered In Gold
Ravenna is an Italian city located in the Emilia Romagna region. I have spent quite some time in this region, first in Reggio Emilia, and then...
9 February 2020
Tomatina: A Battle Of Tomatoes
Every year, in August, the city of Buñol (Spain) organizes a giant battle of tomatoes: the Tomatina. Yes, you read it right. The Spanish ferias are...
15 December 2019
Pamukkale: A Cotton Castle in Denizli
Ever been to a cotton castle? Well, in Turkey, you can. I recommend spending at least one full day in Pamukkale. “Pamukkale” Means “Cotton Castle” Sure,...
26 November 2019
The Giants of Toulouse
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.
10 November 2019
A Church of Bones in Kutnà Hora
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.
20 October 2019
Sintra: A Castle In The Sky
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.
9 September 2019
The Charming Town Of Český Krumlov
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!
29 August 2019
Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
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.
20 August 2019
The Trulli of Alberobello
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.
15 August 2019