Leaving Karlovy Vary behind us, we are on the road to Hluboká nad Vltavou and its stunning Chateau amidst the rivers, forests and fields of Southern Bohemia. Actually, our destination is Cesky Krumlov but after a few hours in the car we are ready to stretch our legs and as calm our nerves.… Read the rest
Loket nad Ohří and Mariánské Lázně
After a bit of a lazy start this morning we head out to explore some more castles and spa towns in the West Bohemian area of the Czech Republic. We have Loket nad Ohří and Mariánské Lázně in our sights.
Loket nad Ohří
Surrounded by a loop of the river Ohří, this tiny town almost becomes an island.… Read the rest
Grandhotel Pupp
After a lovely breakfast at the Louvre Cafe this morning, Jason had organised a birthday surprise for me. Jan has kindly lent us his car. All I am told is that I am being whisked off into the country for a few nights.… Read the rest
The Apse of San Martin at Fuentidueña
… Read the rest”Surrounded by mighty stone walls and guarded by a castle, the fortified town of Fuentidueña was established around the eleventh century in the Duero River valley, a contested frontier region between the Christian and Muslim ruled territories of the Iberian Peninsula.
Bryant Park
Bryant Park is located in the heart of Manhattan, New York City, between 40th and 42nd Streets, and Fifth and Sixth Avenues. It’s adjacent to the iconic New York Public Library and surrounded by skyscrapers. And, with the number of people here this evening to see a movie, it’s not hard to believe that it is one of the busiest public spaces in the city.… Read the rest