The Giants of Pi
Back in the Middle Ages, in Barcelona, the giants Goliath and St. Christopher, along with several monstrous beasts, were an important part of the Corpus Christi celebration. Guivernau recognised the Giants of […]
Wordless in Montmartre
Wordless Wednesday – on Wednesdays all over the internet bloggers post a photo with no words to explain it.
X is for… XVI June
As mentioned in James met Nora, XVI June is Blooms Day. I took yesterday’s Lincoln’s Inn photo last year, 2013, but by some weird coincidence I ended up back in Dublin yesterday, June […]
Where James met Nora
-or Happy Bloomsday On 16th June 1904, James Joyce met his wife Nora Barnacle for the first time. Well, actually, it seems they first met on 10th June but they […]
Rain protection in Istanbul
Remember the Istanbul rain I featured last week? Well, this is what I had to wear as a result! Plus a headscarf for the mosque. Still smiling despite the ridiculous […]
Paco’s Colourful Candy
It is not just the shopfront here in Madrid that is bright, the contents are too: If this has awoken your sweet tooth, you can order online! Caramelos Paco, c/ Toledo […]
Three Little Piggies
Part of the Odd Ball Challenge.
A Quieter Venice
I like this part of the lagoon front in Venice; it’s only a few paces away from the madding crowds gawping at the Bridge of Sighs, but here you can […]
Moody Vesuvius in Monochrome
My recent trip to Venice reminded me that I should see more of Italy, but until I can do that here is a reminder of a trip to Naples almost […]
Venice in One Window
Crumbling building, bridge, steps, ironwork, masks and a blue sky – Venice captured in one window! Linked to Lingering Look at Windows and Weekend Reflections.
Happy Shopping in Barcelona
This fun shop with a number of outlets in Barcelona, sells multi-coloured sweets in pill bottles and boxes. You can buy them pre-packed or you can make your own selection […]
Travel with Intent 