The amazingness of Ronda in words and pictures Years ago, while rummaging through Pinterest, in one of the millions of pictures there, I caught a glimpse of Ronda. I remember looking at it, amazed by the image of a city … Read More
Tomar, Knights Templars and the history of Portugal were deeply connected during centuries My history with Knights Templar wasn’t love at first sight. It took several years and numerous travels in which I kept bumping into Templars either in Israel, … Read More
The unknown villages of Transylvania with stories that are yet to be discovered t was a cold November morning and I was hesitating if I should leave the warmth of the house or not. But curiosity won and off I … Read More
Autumn brought so much magic to Kaya Bunar that it looked like it was taken from one of Tolkien`s books Arriving at Hotnishky, the village where Kaya Bunar Waterfall and trail is, I could never imagine that such karstic landform could exist … Read More
Emen Canyon is still a place to hike without being suffocated by the abundance of tourists In the heart of the Balkans, in Bulgaria, at 20 km from Veliko Tarnovo and at the foothill of the Central Balkan Range winds a spectacular canyon, … Read More
A lesser-known jewel of Portugal, the eagle’s nest, Marvao Castle is dominating the hights offering some stunning views above the surrounding mountainous terrain ‘‘From Marvão one can see the entire land… It is understandable that from this place, high up … Read More
Another beauty of Extremadura, another filming location for Game of Thrones Season 7 I was back on my way to Portugal. In my rear view mirror, the image of Trujillo fortress was becoming smaller and smaller as I was driving further … Read More
In the middle of Extremadura plain, on top of a tall granite dome lies the Castel of Trujillo, the Game of Thrones Lannister Castle How should I start?…My trip to Spain definitely wasn`t how I thought it will be. I … Read More
The royal palace`s surrounding areas are transformed by Autumn into extravagant golden gardens After seeing Toledo, on my way back to Madrid I decided to stop for a while in Aranjuez. Truth to be told, I had no idea what I … Read More
In the Dark Ages, Toledo was a European hub for culture science and philosophy featuring the first School of Translators, contributing to the creation of perfect conditions for the Renaissance It was my first trip to continental Spain and I … Read More