Not something you would expect to find in central London. A Tibetan Peace Garden dedicated and blessed by the Dalai Lama right next to the Imperial War Museum. It was built to honour the need for cultural understanding, and the mandala at its centre is associated with world peace. It’s said that merely looking on this bronze mandala will confer … Continue reading
I’m off on a Space Mission for Santa, hoping it’s not too late to be good this year. Wherever you live, whatever faith you follow, I hope you have the chance to celebrate Christmas with the people that matter you most. Happy holidays, everyone! For more pictures visit my gallery here. Continue reading
Some would say this is a contradiction in terms, but you have to admire the optimistic approach. Granted, the colours and lounge chairs invoke a sunny atmosphere and even make you mind the rain less. For more pictures visit my gallery here. Continue reading
I grew up in the Eastern Block behind the Iron Curtain. I was only 13 when Berlin was reunited, and I remember the events leading up to it. I remember visiting Berlin when the Wall was still standing, right after the checkpoints between East and West Berlin were opened. I remember walking along the plaque near Checkpoint Charlie that marks where the … Continue reading
As I promised to give you 5 reasons to visit Brussels, I was going to go through architecture and major sights, but since all that information is readily available in any guidebook, I decided to deviate from the pattern. So instead of telling you about the best of Flemish renaissance on the iconic Grand Place, and give … Continue reading
Postcards from the Country 