Feshane – Art on the Golden Horn
Nestled along the shores of the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Artİstanbul Feshane stands as a vibrant cultural and arts complex. Its story traces back to the 19th century when it […]
Author Archives: theromantictraveller
Palazzos on the Grand Canal in Venice
Venice, the city of winding canals, gondolas, and Poesque midnight assignations, boasts a collection of unique palazzos that grace the iconic Grand Canal. These architectural marvels drip opulence, art, and […]
Büyükada – a tranquil break from Istanbul
Lying in the Sea of Marmara, just a short ferry ride from bustling Istanbul, lies the enchanting Büyükada, or the ‘Big Island’. This precious jewel set in an azure sea […]
Yalı Mansions – Elegance on the Bosphorus
Yalı, a word that dances on the lips like a gentle breeze, conjures images of opulence, history, and the shimmering waters of the Bosphorus. These waterfront mansions, gracing the European and […]
Rumeli Hisarı – Launchpad to the Conquest of Constantinople
Rumeli Hisarı, also known as the Rumelian Fortress, stands resolute on the European side of the Bosphorus Strait. Its rugged stone walls echo tales of conquests, strategic brilliance, and the ebb and […]
Anadolu Hisarı: A Historic Gem on the Bosphorus
Anadolu Hisarı, also known as the Anatolian Fortress, stands proudly on the European side of the Bosphorus Strait. This magnificent fortress has witnessed centuries of history, and its rugged stone walls continue […]
Anabaptist – Get Me Out of Here!
The cages that hang on the steeple of St. Lambert’s Church in Münster, Germany, are a grim reminder of a dark period in the city’s history. In the 16th century, […]
New book
Windmills of Your Mind
I have always fantasised about building a time machine but must admit that it is probably not feasible. However, I sometimes wonder why depth psychology hasn’t been commercialised in […]
O Fortuna!
Always siding with the underdog as a matter of principle, I strongly identified with Salieri in Amadeus. Here was a decent, hard-working man, not born into privilege, who through […]
