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-Netherlands

Patterns in Amsterdam

Brickwork and cobbles are an ever-present part of the scenery in Amsterdam.  Here they are turned into something rather different. And here more normal. Linked to Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge: […]

-Netherlands

N is for… Nelson Mandela

Larger than life, this statue of Nelson Mandela strides towards the Peace Palace in Den Haag. Arie Schippers has captured the great man’s massive personality in this more than twice life size sculpture […]

-Turkey

Castle of Turkish Dreams?

I am bringing you another mural from Istanbul this week: very different to the traditional images of the last ones I shared.   Linked to Monday Mural.

-London

Young Love

When love beckons to you, follow him, Though his ways are hard and steep. And when his wings enfold you, yield to him, Though the sword hidden among his pinions […]

-Madrid

Promises

This old, warm-coloured wooden door and the beautiful Spanish tiles beyond promise much.  And as it’s the entrance to a bar the promises will likely bear fruit (or hops!). Linked to […]