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A Special Woman on a Special Day
On the International Women’s Day, let’s remember one of the greatest women of Luxembourg: the Gëlle Fra. She is the golden statue that crowns the Monument of Remembrance, a tribute to the thousands of Luxembourgers who fought for freedom and peace in the world wars and the Korean War. The Gëlle Fra, which means “Golden… Read more
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A Colorful Encounter at the Nordpool of Colmar-Berg
Recently, I decided to go for a weekend swim at the Nordpool of Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, a beautiful aquatic centre with sports and leisure areas. As I approached the entrance, I was greeted by a very unusual sight: a woman with a large and colourful Macaw Parrot siting quietly on her hand. I was curious about… Read more
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The Piranesi Room of the Lobkowicz Palace in Prague
The Lobkowicz Palace is one of the most beautiful buildings of the Prague Castle complex, Czechia. The Piranesi room of the palace is one of the highlights of the place. #visitprague #prague🇨🇿 #tourism #lobkowitz #palace #praguecastle #visit #piranesi It displays a remarkable collection of 18th century engravings of Rome, both ancient and modern, by the… Read more
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The Statue of Saint Stephen: A Symbol of Hungary’s History and Identity
The impressive statue of Saint Stephen, the first king of Hungary, on a horse in the Budapest Castle district, Hungary, is not only a tribute to the founder of the Hungarian state, but also a masterpiece of art and history. The statue was erected in 1906, as part of the celebrations of the millennium of… Read more
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Red Coat: A Masterpiece of Art Nouveau by Alphonse Mucha
If you love Art Nouveau, you should definitely visit the Mucha Museum in Prague, the only museum in the world dedicated to the life and work of the Czech artist Alphonse Mucha. One of the highlights of the museum is the poster of “Red Coat”, a stunning portrait of a woman in a red cloak… Read more
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A Historical Gem with a Modern Twist: The Tax Office Building in Clervaux
The building of the “Administration des contributions directes” in Clervaux is a beautiful example of architectural renovation. It was originally built in 1905, and it served as a post office, a bank, and a school before becoming a tax office in 1978. It was refurbished and modernized in 2010, and it received a prize for… Read more
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Celebrating Bedřich Smetana: The Father of Czech Music
On this day, 200 years ago, one of the greatest Czech composers was born. His name was Bedřich Smetana, and he is widely regarded as the father of Czech music. He pioneered the development of a musical style that expressed the aspirations and identity of his nation. Smetana was a child prodigy who started composing… Read more
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The Blue Bridge: A Scenic Spot in Walferdange
The blue bridge in Walferdange is more than just a way to cross the river. It’s also a stunning sight to behold. It’s a pedestrian cable bridge over the Alzette river that connects the town center with the railway station. It was recently renovated and reopened to the public, offering a safe and scenic way… Read more
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Loterie: A Powerful Symbol of Czech Resistance and Education
If you visit the Mucha Museum in Prague, you will find a poster that tells a story of struggle and hope for the Czech people. The poster is called Loterie, and it was created by the famous Art Nouveau artist Alphonse Mucha in 1906. Loterie was not just a piece of art, but also a… Read more
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An Amazing Replica at the Citadelle of Dinant
The citadelle of Dinant, Belgium, a fortress overlooking the Meuse valley, has a unique piece of aviation history on display. It is a replica of the Fairey Fox, a British light bomber and fighter aircraft that was used by the Belgian Air Force in the 1930s. The original plane was piloted by Captain Fernand Jacquet,… Read more