Category: Travel & Art
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A Day at the High Museum of Arts in Atlanta, GA
A brief summary of visit to the high museum of arts museum in Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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When Manhattan Decided to Test My Optimism
So there I was, in our Hampton Inn room on Friday night, presenting Rashid with my masterfully researched LIRR plan like I was unveiling the crown jewels. “Babylon Station, 30-minute drive, 1 hour 13 minutes to Penn Station!” I announced, probably gesturing dramatically with whatever I had in my hands at the moment. He just…
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Florence – Discovering the Heart of the Renaissance
Florence, Italy. Discovering the Heart of the Renaissance
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Milan’s Masterpiece of Faith and Art
Imagine yourself standing atop the rooftop of the Duomo di Milano, surrounded by a forest of over 130 sculpted spires, each one adorned with an intricate statue. The views from up here are simply breathtaking, with the majestic Alps shimmering in the distance and the vibrant city of Milan spread out before you. As the…
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Figueres – Visiting Dali Museum
Figueres is a city located in the province of Girona in Catalonia, Spain. It is situated in the northeastern part of the country, close to the border with France. The city has a population of around 45,000 people and is known for its rich cultural heritage and art scene. One of the main attractions in…
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The Sagrada Familia
The Sagrada Familia is a stunning basilica in Barcelona, Spain, designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudí (we visited La Pedrera and Park Guell as well, two of his architectural designs). The construction of the church began in 1882, under the guidance of architect Francisco de Paula del Villar. However, Gaudí took over the project in 1883 and transformed it into his life’s work. Gaudí…
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On the footsteps of Van Gogh – Visiting Arles
Arles is a historic city in the Provence region of Southern France. It was a well known Roman city for centuries and has an impressive display of Roman amphitheater and Gladiator arena. In late nineteenth century Arles became a hub of great impressionists. Getting to Arles Arles is one of the 4 major towns in…
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La Pedrera
October is probably the best time to visit a place like Barcelona. It’s not hot and it’s not cold. It’s almost the perfect weather to walk around and enjoy what the city has to offer. The only problem is – Corona Virus times! I know it’s “Post Pandemic” already but the restrictions can be very overwhelming…
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