Girona Cathedral

Girona Cathedral

Perched high on a hill overlooking the charming city of Girona in Catalonia, Spain, the Girona Cathedral is an awe-inspiring structure with a rich history.

Also known as the Cathedral of Saint Mary of Girona (Catedral de Santa Maria de Girona), the structure is a blend of architectural styles and its remarkable single nave is the widest Gothic nave in the world but its story starts well before this milestone.… Read the rest

Girona

Girona

Nestled along the banks of the Onyar River in northeastern Spain, Girona is a medieval gem in the heart of Catalonia. It’s a city that effortlessly combines history, culture and breathtaking beauty to provide a fascinating glimpse into Catalonia’s past.… Read the rest

Milan Walking Tour

Milan Walking Tour

I wake early for my Milan walking tour and set out on a mild morning. The city’s infectious energy already hums through the streets as I walk the route directly into the heart of Milan.

Arriving in front of the magnificent Duomo di Milano, I’m in awe.… Read the rest

5 Things To Do – Discover Augsburg

5 Things To Do – Discover Augsburg: Herkulesbrunnen – Hercules Fountain

Another German city with a wealth of history, Augsburg was founded by the Romans back in 15BC. From 1276 it operated as a Free Imperial City until 1803. Built on a legacy of caring and wealthy merchants, Augsburg has many highlights just waiting to be discovered.… Read the rest

The Frankfurt Cathedral

The Frankfurt Cathedral

The Frankfurt Cathedral, also known as the Imperial Cathedral of Saint Bartholomew (Kaiserdom Sankt Bartholomäus), is a significant landmark in Frankfurt, Germany. As one of the major historical buildings in the city it holds great cultural and architectural significance and is simply magnificent to behold.… Read the rest

Dalt Vila

Dalt Vila

Ibiza dawns blue and warm, just the way I imagined it to and after a morning at the beach enjoying Ibiza’s blue sky and water we head into Dalt Vila, Ibiza’s old town or ‘upper town’, the walled historical centre from the Middle Ages.… Read the rest

Palma de Majorca

Catedral de Mallorca

We start our day in Palma de Majorca at the Parc de la Mar, right in front of La Sau, the Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma. This incredible Cathedral dominates the skyline of this entire stretch of the old town of this stunning port side city.… Read the rest

Århus Cathedral

Aarhus Cathedral

Århus is a city on the Jutland peninsula, the second largest in Denmark. It is a cultural and economic hub of the region known as much for its music festivals as its port and status of trading hub.

One of the first buildings of interest as you walk along the canal, after the Cultural Centre, unmissable on the harbour front, is the Århus Cathedral.… Read the rest

Museums & Monasteries

The Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

My first destination this afternoon after exploring some More of Tbilisi is the Museum of Fine Arts.  Unfortunately it looks like it’s closed.  I check out the Kashueti St George Church briefly and then the Lado Gudiashvilli Art Gallery, giving the National Parliamentary Library of Georgia a miss although there are some cool book topped bollards out the front.… Read the rest

Beaune

Beaune

Beaune is a captivating town nestled in the Burgundy region of eastern France. We arrive here from Annecy via a little picnic stop near Château de Sercy. The whole area seems renowned for its rich history, picturesque landscapes, and prominent wine heritage.… Read the rest