Tearing ourselves away from the awe inspiring aqueduct, we’re off to check out a few more of the cultural sights that Segovia has to offer. Another beautiful sight is Segovia Cathedral, a Gothic-style Roman Catholic building located in the main square with a myriad of soaring spires. The church, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, wasContinue reading “Sights of Segovia”
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Altamura architecture
A brief pitstop at the town of Altamura and a scoot around the ornate cathedral built between 1232-1254.
Pandemic pause
It’s been a while since I’ve blogged about my travels, but then again, it’s been a while since I travelled! For the first time in years, I have not left the UK in over a year. Thanks covid. But instead we’ve enjoyed exploring our own backyard, and discovering the delights that our own country hasContinue reading “Pandemic pause”
Sri Mariamman Temple
Sri Mariamman Temple dates back to 1827 and is the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore. Beneath the imposing gopura are huge wooden doors. Their massive size is quite deliberate, designed to remind the worshippers of their insignificance in comparison to the divine. Devotees believe that ringing the bells on the doors will bring good luck.Continue reading “Sri Mariamman Temple”
China town
Singapore’s Chinatown is known as Niu che shui which literally means ‘ox car water’ This is due to the fact that Chinatown’s water supply was principally transported by animal-driven carts in the 19th century. We’ve entered Chinatown via Pagoda street, a hectic, shop and restaurant lined thoroughfare. Pagoda street takes its name from the Sri MariammanContinue reading “China town”
Last looks
Our final day in Paris ends in style at the beautiful Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris. Commonly known as Sacré-Cœur Basilica and often simply Sacré-Cœur. The basilica was designed by Paul Abadie. Construction began in 1875 and was completed in 1914. The basilica was consecrated after the end of World War I in 1919 From the magnificence ofContinue reading “Last looks”
Les Puces
No trip is complete without bribing / forcing the husband to trawl around a market or two. And this is no exception as I get very over excited by the idea of a proper French flea market (blame Escape to the Chateau!) The most famous flea market in Paris is the one at Porte deContinue reading “Les Puces”
Sauntering around the Seine
There’s plenty to see just wandering around the alleyways and markets on the banks of the Seine. Including this sumptuous flower market that I dragged the reluctant hubby around. Here he is looking particularly unimpressed with the delights on show! The riverbanks are lined with little stalls full of curios, postcards and paintings. Below postersContinue reading “Sauntering around the Seine”
Pretty Piana
There are a variety of pretty little villages scattered around Corsica and one of them is Piana. We’re dropping in en-route to our next destination, the tourist town of Calvi. Piana is a pretty village set in and overlooking the fabulous Calanqes de Piana; one of the most beautiful parts of Corsica. The Calanqes deContinue reading “Pretty Piana”
Last looks
Last few shots from our summer holiday to Mykonos (LAST JULY!!) so backlogged with trip write ups!! Still zipping around on our quad we head for the remote little bay that is Fokos beach in the North East of the island. Early in the morning we have the beach virtually to ourselves to enjoy. TheContinue reading “Last looks”