– Over to all of you to join the challenge with your own fiery post, or with a post based on any single word that takes your fancy. Thanks to everyone who gave […]
The Khan Palaces in Sheki feature stunning examples of stained glass windows. These shabaka (or shebeke) were made without glue or nails, using coloured glass brought in from Murano. Apparently the Khan […]
– Hex colour ref: dd4492 A colourful note: the colour name cerise comes from the French word for cherry, cerise. According to the Oxford English Dictionary, the first recorded use […]
These umbrellas lined an arched walkway leading to a charming hotel that I stayed in. Fancy going to all that trouble for my arrival! Baku is a windy place and […]
In Azerbaijan, anytime is teatime. Sitting in a great location close to the Maiden Tower, Çay Bagi 145 (Tea Garden 145) is a great spot to go for copious amounts […]