Paris

Paris, the capital of France, is situated on the river Seine.  It is also known as the City of Light because it used to be the centre of education and ideas during the Age of  Enlightenment, and later because of its adoption of street lighting.  The river Seine is an attraction in itself as it… Continue reading Paris

Lucerne

Lucerne, a city in north central Switzerland, was a pleasant surprise to me.   It has beautiful  natural landscapes –  Lake Lucerne is beautiful and serene and the views of Mount Pilatus, Mount Stanserhorn and the Swiss Alps are simply majestic. In the city, the most famous landmark is the Chapel Bridge which was built… Continue reading Lucerne

Venezia

Venice (Venezia in Italian) is certainly one of my favorite places in Italy.  It is romantic, vibrant and has a unique character. Venice is composed of more than 100 islands but the best way to explore it is by walking.  People say that getting lost in Venice is a must and they are absolutely right.… Continue reading Venezia