Tagged With "Norman Foster"
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Re: Mont-Saint-Michel: Like no other (Pt. 2)
A visit to this church, almost exactly 30 years ago, is one of my fondest travel memories. I stayed on the island and went to mass, it was a dark and stormy night (really), the wind howled, we were welcomed in English, the only visitors present in the small congregation and I've never felt so included as a traveler. Part of what I remember was a distinct dip worn into the stone of the stairs on the climb into the church. It appears from the beautiful photo at the top of this page that the...
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Re: Mont-Saint-Michel: Like no other (Pt. 2)
I'd not be surprised if the stones have been renewed; there is construction and reconstruction going on constantly (as it must have also in the Middle Ages). I cropped most of it out, but you can see some of the scaffolding in one of the pictures above.
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Re: Capella Palatina, Palermo, Sicily (Where Gumbo Was, #102)
Incredibly beautiful, and wonderful to see how well-preserved!
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Re: Capella Palatina, Palermo, Sicily (Where Gumbo Was, #102)
Thanks for the comment, PHeymont. As you know Sicily suffered a lot of bomb damage in WWII, but fortunately this chapel was not damaged. It underwent a cleaning/restoration about a decade ago and looks fresh and new. I've seen a lot of mosaics in my life and these are the best. Simply breath-taking in their fine detail. That and the beautiful stonework -- a highlight of our trip to Sicily!
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Visiting Sicily: An introductory overview
Travel guru Rick Steves likes to say (and I'm paraphrasing) that Italy either gets better or worse as you head south from Rome, depending on what you like. If you like a quieter people, trains running almost on time, etc. head...
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Capella Palatina, Palermo, Sicily (Where Gumbo Was, #102)
I've visited dozens of wonderful churches in my life, some vaste and grand like St. Paul's in Rome or Westminister Abbey in London, others smaller and with a more intimate feel. As a rule, I'm partially to smaller chapels and...
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Eastern Europe Rail Odyssey #5: Istanbul to Tbilisi
Wilbur takes us on another memorable train journey, this one starting in Istanbul, then on to Ankara, Erzurum, Batumi (bu bus), Yerevan and ending in Tbilisi
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Ashland, Virginia: "Center of the Universe"
Stephanie shares a visit to the charming community of Ashland, known by some as the "Center of the Universe".
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Unclaimed Luggage celebrates its 50th
The company that makes a living by selling unclaimed airline luggage has reached a milestone.
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Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo, Sicily
The Palazzo dei Normanni (in English, Palace of the Normans) was the seat of the Kings of Sicily during the Norman domination and todays houses the Sicilian parliament.
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Pittsburgh's North Side
Jonathan L takes us on a tour of Pittsburgh's North Side for some contemporary art and classic architecture
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February 14, 2018: Elephant Transit Home, Udawalawe, Sri Lanka
Professor Abe visits the Elephant Transit Home, Udawalawe, Sri Lanka. If you love photos of baby elephants, don't miss this Pic of the Day!
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Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh (Where Gumbo was #241)
George G presents the solution to this week's travel puzzle. We were visiting the fascinating Cathedral of Learning at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
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A Visit to Berlin's Reichstag (Where Gumbo Was #186)
Gumbo was visiting Germany's famous parliament building, the Reichstag. It has an interesting history and just a few decades ago underwent a brilliant modernization.
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Georgia on my Mind
Wilbur's Travels takes us to the beautiful (if not often visited) land of Georgia... And that's not the U.S. state -- it's on that Eurasian land mass!
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Madrid's Prado expands again, with a Norman Foster design
Spain's biggest art museum will get even bigger, adding on a building that was part of a 17th century royal palace.
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London Tulip: Crown jewel or eyesore?
A planned observation tower designed by a leading architect is facing controversy even though construction has been approved.
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Porto Portugal Offers " The Worst Tours"
Three architects have started tours of Porto showing visitors the impact of Portugal's economic crisis on the city. They show decrepit homes and crumbling shops to foster discussions. Read More:...
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Spain, Britain vie for tallest European building
It's not just the Middle Eastern oil lands that like to brag about tall new skyscrapers; now Spain and Britain are in a competition for Europe's tallest.
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10 Top Rated Tourist Attractions in Dubai
1 Burj Khalifa Dubai's landmark building is the Burj Khalifa, which at 829.8 meters is the tallest building in the world and the most famous of the city's points of interest. For most visitors, a trip to the observation deck on the 124th floor here is a must-do while in the city. The views across the city skyline from this bird's-eye perspective are simply staggering. The slick observation deck experience includes a multimedia presentation on both Dubai and the building of the Burj Khalifa...
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July 29, 2018: The Reichstag
Jonathan L shows us the rebuilt Reichstag building's added bonus: the dome offers an amazing view of the city.
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New Saudi airport to imitate a mirage
Designed by Norman Foster, a Saudi resort is getting an airport designed to blend into the desert.
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Palisades Interstate Park. Beautiful Hikes and Views near New York City
Jonathan L takes a drive along the cliffs that line the New Jersey shore of the Hudson River
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The Grolier Club: Dedicated to Book Lovers
Jonathan L visits a private club dedicated to all things books
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The Japan Society
Jonathan L visits The japan Society to see an exhibit on traditional carpentry
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White Springs, Florida
Travel Rob discovers Florida's original tourist spot and shows us why it's so much fun to visit.
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National Museum of Bermuda
Once a fearsome fort, Marilyn finds that Bermuda's Keep Fortress has become a fascinating museum.
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Spain: 'Scrap Cathedral' creator dies
A Spanish religious charity will continue the work on the unusual project.
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Statue of Dr Norman Bethune, Toronto
DrFumblefinger shares photos of a statue, and a brief biography of Dr. Norman Bethune, a Canadian thoracic surgeon who became a hero to the Chinese Communist forces of Mao.
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Visiting Budapest, Hungary
George G shares a memorable visit to Budapest during a frosty week in January.
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The National Arts Club
Jonathan L visits the National Arts Club, a private club that promotes fine art to the public
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The Poe Museum, Richmond Virginia
George G visits a museum that sheds light on the tragic career of one of America's best-known poets
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Six Places to Check Out if You Are Visiting Baltimore
Monica shares some of the highlights of a visit to Baltimore (sponsored content)
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Relaxing in Pennsylvania's Amish Countryside
Stephanie escapes the Covid world for a great vacation in Lancaster County, the Amish region of Pennsylvania.
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Glasgow: The End of the Road Trip
Barry Barford reaches the end of the road on his tour around Scotland.
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Visiting the Reichstag, Berlin
The Reichstag building, home these days to Germany's Bundestag, offers visitors a great view of the city and the building's history.
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Airport lounges: giving and taking away
Overcrowding and waiting lists are turning airport lounges into bones of contention
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6 Reasons Why You Should Consider Moving
Thinking about moving? Monica provides some suggestions on why this might work out well for you,
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Whaleback Lighthouse - Kittery, Maine
Samantha and her husband took a recent trip to Maine, and stumbled upon the Whaleback Light in Kittery, Maine.
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Palermo Cathedral, Sicily
Palermo Cathedral is one of the Arab-Norman cathedrals for which the region has received UNESCO recognition. It has a fabulous exterior that is well worth seeing
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The newest, biggest, bestest airport: Aren't they all?
Market hall at Frankfurt's Terminal 3, now under construction. There seems to be a wave of airport building and airport expansion across the globe these days.
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Why You May Need to Rent a Charter Bus
When there is need for a group of people -- family, friends, school, an organization -- to travel together, consider the benefits of renting a charter bus (sponsored content)
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Towers of London
A reminder from Paul Heymont that the famous and infamous Tower of London is far from the only tower of London!
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Easy Yoga Poses For Two People: Best Guide For Couple Yoga
Discover the joy of practicing yoga poses with your partner and deepen your connection through shared postures. Couple yoga offers a unique opportunity to strengthen your bond (sponsored content)
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London's Battersea Power Station gets flashy neighbors
A raft of new buildings, including efforts by A-list architects such as Norman Foster and Frank Gehry will soon be going up around London's Battersea Power Station, seen below.
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5 Things to Consider When Planning Your Dream Wedding At Home or Abroad
Looking for the perfect location for your wedding? Consider some of these options (sponsored content)
