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Mar 08, 2023

16 Inspiring female artists from history

Female artists Berthe Morisot painting at Musee Marmottan Monet in Paris

How many female artists do you know? Although it may seem there are no women artists in history, that’s untrue. To celebrate International Women’s Day, I prepared an article about some of the most inspiring female artists you should know. I looked for leading artists from different periods in art history and curated some of their most interesting paintings here. Enjoy, and let’s celebrate women in art together! Female artists in history The lack of female artists in history has a lot in common with the way society treated women in the past. Women were mostly restrained to the house,…

Mar 03, 2023

Jože Plečnik and his Architecture in Ljubljana

When wandering around Ljubljana, you will stumble on some fascinating buildings designed by famous Slovene architect Jože Plečnik. He reshaped the Slovenian capital, built many beautiful buildings and made urban designs for the city, making Ljubljana one of the prettiest European capitals. It’s with no surprise Plečnik’s masterpieces in Ljubljana got to the UNESCO heritage list in 2021. Read this article to learn more about Jože Plečnik and his architecture in Ljubljana.

Feb 24, 2023

Discover the Best Museums in Ljubljana

Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, is home to a rich cultural heritage and an array of museums showcasing its history, art, and science. From contemporary art to natural history, Ljubljana’s museums have something for everyone. In this article, we’ll look at some of the best museums in Ljubljana and what makes them unique.

Feb 21, 2023

15 Best exhibitions in European museums in 2023

I have great news for you – we’ll have a chance to enjoy some fantastic art shows in European museums in 2023. They span from historical ones to retrospectives dedicated to contemporary artists. To help you decide which ones to visit, here is my selection of the best exhibitions in European museums in 2023.

Feb 17, 2023

Ljubljana LUV Fest: Celebrating Love, Art & Wandering in Ljubljana

Ljubljana, one of the greenest European capitals, the city of culture, art and sustainability, has just started a new LUV Fest. Through numerous events, Ljubljana is celebrating love, art and wandering. I spent a couple of days at the LUV Fest and have fallen in love with the city all over again.

Feb 07, 2023

Why is Sagrada Família not finished yet?

View at the towers of Sagrada Familia in Barcelona

Why is Sagrada Família not finished yet? That was my question when planning my first trip to Barcelona a few years ago. It’s so fascinating that although unfinished, it’s one of the most famous buildings in the world and is already recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This unique building was designed by one of the best Spanish architects of all time – Antoni Gaudí. Keep reading to learn more about that fascinating building and why is Sagrada Família not finished.

Jan 03, 2023

Where to travel in 2023: Month by month recommendations

Besides making some New Years resolutions (especially to lose all the weight you gained throughout the holidays), the beginning of January is a great time to plan your trips for the next year. In order to make choosing both the best place and the time of the year to visit it, I made this list that will help you decide on where to travel in 2023 with month by month recommendations.

Nov 25, 2022

Tate Modern Museum in London: Tips for visiting & highlights

Tate Modern is one of the best contemporary art galleries in the world. Located in London and opened in 2000, it’s a place where you can see some of the most fascinating international modern and contemporary artworks. Tate Modern regularly host temporary shows, too. So, there is always something to see at that fantastic place. It’s a massive museum with numerous artworks, so keep reading for tips for visiting Tate Modern and Tate Modern highlights.

Nov 18, 2022

Christmas markets in the Netherlands – with 2022 agenda

With numerous festive events, Christmas trees, decorations, and that lovely cosy feeling, December is my favourite month of the year. A big reason for it is Christmas markets. Since I love visiting them, I did some research again this year and looked for the Christmas markets organised in the Netherlands in 2022. I first compiled this list six years ago and have updated it each year since. So if you would like to visit some Christmas markets in the Netherlands, here is your complete guide through the Dutch Christmas markets.

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