Among all, London is always going to be one of my favourite cities. It is quintessentially European, a vibrant cultural hub, a kaleidoscope of various traditions, a real heaven for a foodie with its colourful palette of international cuisine, and so on. But it has another side, more serene and dignified. London has all extremes to offer, it’s like a mirror reflecting my moods and … Continue reading
Author Archives: Andrea Palfi
I Say Tough… You Say Mudder!
I was a spectator at one of the annual Tough Mudder obstacle runs last weekend. If you don’t know what Tough Mudder is, it’s a team-oriented, 11-12 mile (18-20 km) obstacle course designed to test physical strength and mental fortitude. Obstacles involve crawling through tight, enclosed spaces, climbing 4-5 meters plank walls, running through water … Continue reading
How Tough Do You Think You Are?
Tough Mudder obstacle course, Kettering, UK. A week ago I would have said that watching people voluntarily drench themselves in mud in the spirit of justified puerility is not my idea of fun. I stand corrected. There is nothing wrong with silly behaviour, with returning to a childlike state by reminding ourselves what we liked so … Continue reading
Post-Apocalyptic Charm
This was the very first photo I took after I arrived to the UK. It’s a milestone of a sort. I remember sitting in an deserted cafe on a bank holiday weekend, with only a suitcase at my side, waiting for the rental agent to give us the keys to the apartment that we rented over the … Continue reading
Lenscape
A Photo of the Week segment called Lenscape is now up and running! Click on the Lenscape tab in the menu bar and check out my treasure box of mementos of tranquil, busy, melancholic, nostalgic and happy moments from my travels; testaments to an always ongoing journey, exhibits of life. Continue reading