I had another enjoyable time by the River Thames when I decided to visit the Tate Britain. The gallery has a stunning permanent collection and a changing programme of very interesting exhibitions which are well worthy of a visit. On the way there I passed these beautiful views of the river. The green glassed building... Continue Reading →
For Auld Lang Syne, Edinburgh
Edinburgh is a great city which has a lot to offer. It's the Scottish capital. It is an elegant city with some Georgian building in the New Town (although not so 'new' any more as it is nearly three two hundred years old!), and stunning medieval architecture. The Royal Mile is a beautiful stretch of... Continue Reading →
Schön Cologne
Cologne is a German city on the western stretch of the River Rhine. A landmark of high Gothic architecture set amid a reconstructed old town, the twin-spired Cologne Cathedral is also known for its gilded medieval reliquary and sweeping river views. The Cologne cathedral is about 160 meters high, and it is a reference point for... Continue Reading →
Double Delight
Cyprus is a beautiful country mostly know for it beaches. I visited the capital which is called Nicosia. It's a divided city. The south is Greek, and the north is Turkish. This city is often overlooked by tourists, who normally do a one day side trip from their beach resorts. There are lots of... Continue Reading →
Ooh La La Lyon!
Lyon is a very relaxed but also magnificent French city. It is famous for its art and gastronomy. The architecture is diverse and charming, and, if you are interested in this, you won't be disappointed by your visit. What struck me was the fact that I could walk around the old city very easily. ... Continue Reading →
Tate Times
The Tate Modern Gallery is one of the most famous galleries in London. It has lots of inspirational, modern and contemporary art there. Since it opened in May 2000, more than 40 million people have visited Tate Modern. It is one of the UK’s top three tourist attractions. The site was built in a former power... Continue Reading →