Guide to Vising Topkapi Palace & Harem: Sultans and Concubines
The opulent Topkapi Palace of Istanbul is a sprawling complex of buildings that used to be home to thousands of residents and was considered a city within a city. The … Read more
The opulent Topkapi Palace of Istanbul is a sprawling complex of buildings that used to be home to thousands of residents and was considered a city within a city. The … Read more
If the Earth was a single state, Istanbul would be its capital. – Napoléon Bonaparte. An ancient metropolis lying at the crossroads between Europe and Asia and straddling both continents, … Read more
As a city shaped by two powerful empires: Roman (Byzantine) and Ottoman, it’s not surprising that, in Istanbul, hidden gems are as plentiful as the city’s iconic monuments, the likes of Hagia Sofia, … Read more
Istanbul’s umbrella streets are some of the most atmospheric hidden gems in Istanbul. While the city is famous for its Ottoman and Byzantine sites, the umbrella streets are delightful features of modern Istanbul. But they can … Read more
Constantinople was one of the greatest cities in the world, the power seat of two major empires for over a thousand years. But where is Constantinople today? Well, it is … Read more
Looking for ideas for weekend breaks in Italy? A visit to Italy is a feast for the senses and a journey through time, culture, and beauty. Whether you’re dreaming of exploring … Read more
Looking for a charming place to stay in Assisi? Look no further than Quo Vadis Assisi B&B. The moment I walked into my room at Quo Vadis and saw the view of … Read more
Nestled in the heart of the Umbrian hills lies the picturesque town of Assisi. While it may be most well-known as the birthplace of Saint Francis, the town’s ancient Roman … Read more
Planning a trip to Assisi? Check out these most photogenic Assisi streets with superb views of the medieval architecture and lush green Umbrian countryside Assisi is a magically atmospheric Italian … Read more
Planning a trip to Assisi? Prepare to be swept off your feet by this town’s charming medieval ambience. There’s no shortage of things to do in Assisi, whether you stay for … Read more
Rome was not built in a day, but… with sufficient planning, you can see the highlights of the eternal city in one day. Even better, you can see two cities … Read more
Lying about an hour west of Florence, Vinci is a small medieval Tuscan town that you probably wouldn’t even know about if it wasn’t the birthplace of history’s most famous artist … Read more
Alicante Old Town is the neighbourhood (or barrio) of Santa Cruz, lying just below the Santa Barbara Castle to the north of La Rambla. It spills down the slope of … Read more
Dreaming of seeing the Iberian lynx? With a bit of effort, you can spend days watching these stunning felids in Sierra de Andujar Natural Park in southern Spain. I’ll tell … Read more
Looking for things to do in Segovia on a day trip from Madrid? Here’s how to make the most of it without rushing or missing any of Segovia’s most beloved … Read more