After fifteen years of living in Moscow and having traveled to almost all European countries, I suddenly realized that I’d never been to Kremlin. This central piece of Russian history was missing. So, recently on a sunny day, I took…
Dublin was perfect. I was so amazed that it was hard to adequately reflect on the feelings I experienced and write about the little slice of wonderland where I’d been lucky enough to spend several days at the beginning of…
Built in 2007, Izmaylovskiy Kremlin is a new complex located very close to the Partisanskaya Metro Station and the Izmaylovskiy Hotel Complex. The Kremlin resembles the architectural style from the beginning of the 17th century. The architectural ensemble was built…
One of the finest attractions for almost any tourist is a city’s heights and the climbing thereof. It helps you grasp the feel of a new city very quickly, get well oriented in an unknown place and see the city…
I have to admit that until a certain degree I’m thee castles addict. Everywhere I go, I look for castles. They are awe-inspiring, historical monuments to me; they have secrets to reveal and stories to tell. Few things feel better…
This is a small town on the very edge of the Baden-Württemberg land in Germany. Despite being a not very popular place the city has quite a lot to offer. In this post, I’ll tell you about three most important…
Russia is the biggest country in the world and offers so many great places to travel that it would probably take an entire lifetime to experience and appreciate them all. One of my favourite places is the scenic village of…
Just a short mention that I’ve prepared a detailed travel guide for all who would like to visit the Kuskovo Estate. It is free and worth having a look if you even don’t plan to go there. The Kuskovo Estate…
Springtime is a fabulous time to come to Europe. Sure, you may encounter a little rain, but there are medieval arcades to walk under and churches to duck into. Take a look at dutch cyclers: they do not stop even…
The UK is filled with some great scenery, both natural and manmade, and boasts some wonderful opportunities for movie making. What’s more, you don’t need to spend all of your time in London to make the most of what the…
London is one of the most heavily-visited destinations across the world, and from the perspective of a creative person looking to create some visual art, it’s easy to see why. Not only is it steeped in iconic history, it’s also…
Any capital is a haven for shopping enthusiasts, but London may be a cut above the rest, boasting as it does, numerous districts and stores to suit every kind of shopper. This list could easily be 20 times longer, but…
There are few things that are more satisfying than finding a good bargain, and London is a veritable treasure trove of bargains for those who know where to look. Luckily, you needn’t spend a decade getting to know the inner-workings…
For anyone who doesn’t reside in the UK, a charity shop is much like the British equivalent of an American thrift shop. It’s a term that describes a shop whose stock relies on the donations of other people, who’ll pass…