Quinta da Regaleira is one of the most magical and mysterious places I’ve ever been to, and its location in the picturesque hills of Sintra, Portugal, only adds to its allure. This UNESCO World Heritage Site stands out for its ...
Corfu, located in the Ionian Sea off the northwest coast of Greece, is a destination known for its stunning natural beauty and historical landmarks. The island’s history stretches back to ancient Greece and is reflected in its architecture, with Venetian ...
Although sometimes overshadowed by other major Italian destinations like Rome, Tuscany, or Venice, Naples is one of Italy’s most fascinating urban centers. As the third-largest city in the country, it offers an excellent mix of historical sites, unique culture, world-renowned ...
Mykonos is undoubtedly one of the most famous tourist spots in Greece. This island, located in the Cyclades archipelago in the Aegean Sea, is a destination every person should visit. While it is famous as a party destination with exclusive ...
Marrakech, a mesmerizing city located at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, is a vibrant tapestry of sights, sounds, and scents. With its bustling souks, magnificent palaces, and serene gardens, it’s no wonder that it stands as one of Morocco’s ...
During the height of the Muslim era in Spain, or rather Al-Andalus, which lasted from the 8th to the 15th centuries, the Iberian Peninsula became a beacon of cultural, scientific, and architectural advancements. The region flourished remarkably, with cities transforming ...
Located approximately 8 kilometers west of Córdoba, Medina Azahara is an archaeological site that exemplifies the splendor of Islamic Al-Andalus in the 10th century. Commissioned by Abd-ar-Rahman III, the first Umayyad Caliph of Córdoba, the construction of this opulent palace ...
Sintra’s Palacio da Pena (or Pena Palace) is one of the most curious and beautiful castles I’ve been lucky to visit. This Portuguese token of Romanticism is on a mountain and looks like it stepped right out of the pages ...
The September 2009 issue of Lonely Planet magazine dubbed Ghent as “Europe’s best-kept secret.” Even though the number of visitors to this Belgian city has doubled since then, it remains a peaceful destination, especially compared to other Flanders destinations like ...
Genoa is an important city in the northwestern region of Italy, in the Gulf of Genoa, in the Ligurian Sea. With a metropolitan area of nearly 1.5 million people, Genoa is the sixth-largest city in the country and one of ...
During my latest trip to Turin, a city in northwest Italy situated on the banks of the Po River and at the foot of the Alps near the borders with France and Switzerland, I discovered that it’s one of Italy’s ...
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 ...