The last night we spent in Cappadocia was devoted to partying, namely to appreciate Turkish spirituality and dances, from the Sufi whirling dervishes inspired by Islam’s mystic and poet Rumi, to the inevitable belly dancer. Even though we were exhausted after our excursion to the Red Valley and Rose Valley, I didn’t really want to leave Turkey this time too without seeing the famous whirling dervishes. Here are some pictures I …Read the Rest
Awe-inspiring Red Valley and Rose Valley in the heart of Cappadocia, Turkey
Our final adventure in Cappadocia was probably the most satisfying for the eye and the most awe-inspiring. I admit, sometimes …Read the Rest
In Cappadocia, from Göreme open-air museum to Uçhisar Castle and the Pigeon Valley
Literally “Land of Beautiful Horses”, wherever you turn your gaze in Cappadocia you are confronted with overwhelming natural beauty. While …Read the Rest
A trip, a photo – Göreme traditional pottery shop
So pottery is one of Cappadocia’s traditional handicraft, could you think of a more authentic shop than this one? And …Read the Rest
Making Gözleme traditional style in Cappadocia, Turkey
Towards the end of our tour along the Ilhara Valley, my friends and I started feeling hungry and, although we …Read the Rest
Fairytale-like Selime monastery in Cappadocia, a photo essay
As anticipated in my previous post on Cappadocia’s Ilhara Valley, during the tour we have also visited the Selime monastery, …Read the Rest
Stone monasteries and underground cities, exploring Cappadocia’s Ilhara Valley
After our short and wet stay in Kayseri, we were off to Göreme, to explore the heart of Cappadocia, looking …Read the Rest
In Kayseri, first taste of dreamy Cappadocia, Turkey
I have been pretty bad lately with updating my blog, and this is due mainly to my increased work load …Read the Rest
Caracalla Baths, or Romans’ knack for pampering themselves
I know, you’re right, I’ve been neglecting my blog so much lately that I should be ashamed. And I am, …Read the Rest
Dear Rome, I’m back
As anticipated, I decided to reduce my stay in Fortaleza to one month instead of two for a number of …Read the Rest
Win a Trip to Mexico!
As I unpack my bag after my three-month trip that brought me to Thailand, London and Brazil, I’m finally settling …Read the Rest
Mighty Iguazu Waterfalls, a photo journey
These photos were not taken this time I came to Brazil, but as I was perusing among my pictures, I …Read the Rest
Dragão do Mar, Fortaleza’s center of culture, art and science
Even after getting mugged and deciding I wasn’t going back to the beach, I had a quick trip to Fortaleza’s …Read the Rest
How getting mugged in Fortaleza almost spoiled my stay
So here I am, finally updating from where I’m actually staying right now, Fortaleza, Brazil. I’ve arrived about three weeks …Read the Rest
At the Geffrye Museum, peeking into Londoners’ private space
Imagine an inlaid wooden table with a porcelain tea set comprising of pot and tiny cups with around wooden chairs …Read the Rest
