Sunrise was just a couple of hours ago, but the sun shone like noon. A cool sea-scented breeze blows from the west, moving my hair. I sit on a nearby rock to watch the city waking up. Below, not far, ...
Covering a vast area of central Istanbul, the Kapali Çarsi (kah-pah-look char-shoo), which translates as “Covered Market” but is known worldwide as the Istanbul Grand Bazaar, is one of the world’s most famous shopping places. Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar is often ...
Living in Madrid, I have visited El Capricho Park numerous times. Although it is not as famous as El Retiro, it is just as beautiful. More importantly, its history is just baffling! The park spans an area of about 14 ...
During my most recent trip to Sofia, I made a surprising discovery: Bulgaria’s Museum of Socialist Art. This museum, which opened its doors in 2011, is located in a quiet area away from the bustle of the city center. The ...
Bulgaria is a country with surprises up its sleeve. Mountains and beaches kiss under its skies while yogurt and roses parade proudly through its culture. Here, you’ll find ten fun facts and trivia about Bulgaria that you (probably) didn’t know. ...
During my recent trip to Bucharest, I visited the Jewish History Museum, something I usually do whenever I’m exploring countries touched by the Holocaust. The museum is nestled in the historical Unirea Templul Sfânta synagogue from 1850, which has withstood ...
A few months ago, I had the pleasure of visiting Corfu, an island covered in scenic charm and historical intrigue, with its Old Fortress being the jewel in its crown. Corfu carries its past with pride, and nowhere is this ...
Tucked away in the historical region of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain, Cuenca Cathedral is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Its grandeur and splendor are matched only by its fascinating and complex history, which makes this cathedral a true treasure in one ...
The Vatican Museums, which trace their origin to the single sculpture of Laocoön acquired in 1506 by Pope Julius II, were officially founded in the Papal Palace by Pope Clement XIV in 1771 and expanded by Pope Pius VI. Today, ...
Castillo de Santa Bárbara, also known as Castell de Santa Bàrbara, is a fortress from the Muslim era situated in the heart of Alicante. It stands on top of Mount Benacantil, on a striking cliff that rises over 160 meters ...
Historians, writers, and well-wishers have often described the city of Beirut as a mix of heritage and rare charm. A city that saw human civilization grow from the prehistoric era and one that consists of a rich archaeological heritage now ...
Venice, often known as “The Floating City,” is an architectural marvel and a testament to ingenuity and resilience. Home to lavish palaces, intricate canals, and storied streets, Venice has seen the rise and fall of empires and survived wars and ...