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I am proud to have presented my image “Who is the sheep” at the PPP exhibition in Berlin
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A rainy evening in Berlin, where wet pavements, glowing shopfronts and passing traffic transform the city into a vivid study of light, colour and urban movement. Moving through the streets, the camera takes in reflections of red brake lights on the asphalt, pedestrians beneath leafy trees, illuminated advertising displays and the warm interiors of cafés…
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The Rasender Roland (“Racing Roland”) is one of Germany’s most charming heritage railways. Despite its energetic nickname, the steam train travels at a leisurely 30 km/h, making the journey as much about the scenery as the destination. It has been carrying passengers across the Baltic island of Rügen since 1895, and remains both a working…
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The Alter Elbtunnel (Old Elbe Tunnel), officially known as the St. Pauli Elbtunnel, is one of Hamburg’s most remarkable engineering landmarks. Opened in 1911, it was built to provide dockworkers with a safe and direct route beneath the River Elbe between the St. Pauli Landungsbrücken and the harbour district of Steinwerder. At the time, it…
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The Chilehaus is one of Germany’s most celebrated examples of Brick Expressionist architecture. Located in Hamburg’s historic Kontorhaus District, it was designed by architect Fritz Höger and completed in 1924. Together with the nearby Speicherstadt warehouse district, it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015.
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The Speicherstadt in Hamburg is the world’s largest historic warehouse district and one of Germany’s most iconic architectural landmarks. Built between 1883 and 1927 on thousands of oak piles driven into the marshy ground, it was created as part of Hamburg’s free port, allowing goods such as coffee, tea, spices, carpets, and cocoa to be…
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Beelitz-Heilstätten is one of Germany’s most remarkable historic hospital complexes, located about 50 km southwest of Berlin in Brandenburg. Built between 1898 and 1930 as a tuberculosis sanatorium for Berlin’s workers, it eventually grew into a vast complex of around 60 buildings spread across 200 hectares. The campus was designed as a self-contained medical town,…
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The Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, formally known as the Cathedral Church of Christ the King, is one of the most striking modern churches in the United Kingdom. Located in the heart of Liverpool, it serves as the seat of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Liverpool. Its dramatic circular design and towering lantern-shaped crown have earned it…
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The Antrim Coast Road is one of Northern Ireland’s most scenic routes, stretching along the coastline of County Antrim between Larne and Ballycastle. Built in the 19th century, the road winds beneath rugged cliffs and alongside the Irish Sea, offering dramatic views of the coastline, beaches, and headlands. It forms part of the popular Causeway…
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The Mersey Ferry is one of the most recognisable transport services in northwest England, carrying passengers across the River Mersey between Liverpool and the Wirral. Operating since the 19th century, it began as a practical commuter link for workers and traders but gradually became a cultural symbol closely tied to the identity of Liverpool and…
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Posted from Appleton-le-Moors, United Kingdom. The Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors are two of the most striking natural landscapes in northern England, each with a very different personality. The Yorkshire Dales are known for their rolling green valleys, limestone cliffs, dry-stone walls, and scattered sheep farms. Rivers carve through the hills like silver…
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The city of York in the north of the United kingdom is a time capsule of that shows the layers of Britains rich history. York has been continuously inhabited for nearly two millennia. It later flourished under Viking rule as Jorvik, leaving behind a rich Norse imprint that still echoes in its streets and culture.…
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Whitby is a historic seaside town on the northeast coast of England, famous for its dramatic cliffs, fishing heritage, and Gothic atmosphere. The town grew around a natural harbour where the River Esk meets the North Sea, and for centuries Whitby depended on fishing, shipbuilding, and trade. Narrow streets, old cottages, and winding alleys climb…
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The last time I walked down Belfast’s Falls Road, I encountered a world of chaos. Rows of houses burned from rioting and violence, lined the streets. Ever-present RUC vans drove constant circuits, and a deep-seated hostility hung over the streets and people of this battleground of the Troubles in Belfast. More than three decades later,…
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Perched on a cliff above the North Sea in Whitby, Whitby Abbey is one of England’s most striking historic landmarks. It was founded in 657 by St Hilda of Whitby as a monastery that became an important religious and cultural center during the Anglo-Saxon period. The abbey is especially known for hosting the Synod of…
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The National Railway Museum in York is one of the world’s largest museums devoted to rail transport, located just a short walk from York railway station. With free entry, it tells the story of over 300 years of railway history, unfolding across vast exhibition halls filled with everything from early steam engines to sleek modern…
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The National Railway Museum in York is one of the world’s largest museums devoted to rail transport, located just a short walk from York railway station. With free entry, it tells the story of over 300 years of railway history, unfolding across vast exhibition halls filled with everything from early steam engines to sleek modern…
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The York Minster is one of the largest and most magnificent Gothic cathedrals in Northern Europe, dominating the skyline of York with its towering presence. Its history stretches back to the 7th century, with most of the current structure built between the 13th and 15th centuries. Constructed in the Gothic style, it features soaring arches,…
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Osborne House is a historic royal residence on the Isle of Wight in England, best known as the beloved seaside home of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. They purchased the estate in 1845 and transformed it into a grand Italian-style villa that served as a private retreat for their family. Unlike formal royal palaces, Osborne…
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The Clifton Suspension Bridge is one of Victorian Britain’s most striking feats of engineering, stretching dramatically across the Avon Gorge to link Clifton in Bristol with Leigh Woods in North Somerset. Suspended high above the River Avon, the bridge combines elegance with strength, its sweeping iron chains and tall stone towers creating a silhouette that…
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Castle Combe is a small village in Wiltshire, England, often described as one of the prettiest villages in the country. Set on the southern edge of the Cotswolds, it is famous for honey-coloured stone cottages, narrow lanes, and the gentle By Brook flowing through the centre. The village feels almost suspended in amber, with very…
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The Lloyd’s Building is one of the most distinctive modern structures in the City of London. Located at 1 Lime Street, it serves as the headquarters of the insurance market Lloyd’s of London. Completed in 1986 and designed by the British architect Richard Rogers, the building is widely regarded as a masterpiece of high-tech architecture,…
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Edinburgh Castle dominates the skyline of Edinburgh, perched dramatically atop Castle Rock, an ancient volcanic formation. Its commanding position made it a natural stronghold for centuries, and it has played a central role in Scotland’s history as a royal residence, military fortress, and symbol of national identity. Archaeological evidence suggests human activity on the site…
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The RAF Museum Midlands is a major aviation museum located in Cosford, offering a deep dive into over a century of Royal Air Force history. With free admission, it is designed as a full-day attraction suitable for families, enthusiasts, and casual visitors alike. The museum presents a wide range of aircraft, artefacts, and immersive experiences…
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Today I visited the National Wallace Monument, which stands high above Stirling with amazing views of the surrounding countryside. Clambering up the narrow spiral staircase was a bit knee destroying but each level had interesting displays about William Wallace and his life. Wallace led Scottish forces to victory at the Battle of Stirling Bridge in…
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Today’s trip to North Berwick offered a much needed sense of coastal tranquility. Located approximately 30 minutes by train from Edinburgh, it provides a convenient yet distinctly separate retreat from the city. The town is meeting point between the Firth of Forth and the North Sea. The prominent form of Bass Rock stands not far…
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The Bullring in Birmingham is a major city-centre shopping complex adjacent to Birmingham New Street station, formed by the Bullring and Grand Central developments. It contains more than 200 shops and eateries across multiple levels, combining flagship department stores, high‑street brands and a wide choice of food outlets. The Selfridges building, with its distinctive aluminium-disc…
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The Leighton Buzzard Railway is a charming narrow-gauge heritage railway in Bedfordshire, offering a relaxed journey through quiet countryside just beyond London’s orbit. Running for about 5km, it carries passengers in small, characterful trains. The pace is gentle, the carriages are intimate, and the whole experience has the rhythm of a slower era. Originally opened…
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During my recent visit to Coventry Cathedral, I was immediately struck by the powerful contrast between the ruins of the old cathedral and the modern building beside it. As I walked through the site, the remains of the original medieval cathedral stood open to the sky, its tall stone walls and empty windows creating a…
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Osaka’s tower district, centered around Tsutenkaku Tower in the retro neighborhood of Shinsekai, feels like stepping into a neon-tinted time capsule where old-school arcades, lantern-lit streets, and street food blur together. The tower looms above especially electric after sunset when the lights flicker on and the whole area is filled with people seeking the food,…
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Another London brutalist tower by Erno Goldfinger, Balfron Tower was built between 1965 and 1967 a 26 storey block in a brutalist style, featuring 136 flats and 10 maisonettes. The lift shaft was designed in its own separate service tower, joined together by 8 walkways. Balfron Tower was designed as a social entity to re-house…
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The Banksy Tunnel is the only spot in London where graffiti artists are tolerated to paint without a permit. The Banksy Tunnel, is a 300-metre graffiti-covered underpass beneath London’s Waterloo Station. Established in 2008 by Banksy during the “Cans” Festival, it is London’s largest legal, ever-evolving, and public street art gallery.
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Mudchute Park and Farm is one of Europe’s largest urban farms, tucked into the Isle of Dogs in East London. Spanning around 32 acres, it offers a striking contrast between open green fields and the nearby skyscrapers of Canary Wharf, creating a rare countryside atmosphere in the middle of the city. The farm is home…
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Trellick Tower is one of London’s most distinctive residential landmarks, rising 31 storeys above Kensal Town in West London. Designed by Hungarian-born British architect Ernő Goldfinger and completed in 1972, the tower is a celebrated example of Brutalist architecture. Its most striking feature is the separate service tower, containing lifts and utilities, connected to the…
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The Kyoto Imperial Palace is a historic and serene complex in central Kyoto, once home to Japan’s emperors for over a thousand years. Set within the expansive Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, it features elegant ceremonial buildings, spacious gravel courtyards, and peaceful walking paths. The palace offers a quiet, reflective contrast to Kyoto’s bustling temples and…
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The Barbican Centre is a major cultural venue in the heart of London, and one of the largest multi-arts centres in Europe. Opened in 1982, it forms part of the Barbican Estate, a striking example of Brutalist architecture built during the post-war redevelopment of the city. Its bold concrete design may feel imposing at first…
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My visit to Highgate Cemetery felt like stepping into a quiet, overgrown story where time had softened around the edges. Ivy curled over gravestones, paths wandered without urgency, and the whole place carried a hushed stillness that made every step feel deliberate. Among the many resting there are figures like Karl Marx, George Eliot, Douglas…
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Posted from Vejle, Lille Grundet, Denmark. Fjordenhus is a landmark building located directly in Vejle Fjord, Denmark, designed by Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson in collaboration with architect Sebastian Behmann of Studio Other Spaces.Completed in 2018, it serves as the headquarters of KIRK KAPITAL, while also functioning as a large-scale public artwork. The building is composed…
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Posted from Berlin, Mitte, Germany. Berlin in the snow is a city caught mid-thought. The sky hangs low, undecided. Plattenbau balconies collect white covering the summers planters of flowers. A strassenbahn slides past the pedestrian carefully stepping on the ice. In Tiergarten all becomes a sea of white with only the bare trunks of trees…
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Posted from Berlin, Mitte, Germany. I love when fog wraps a wintery Berlin in its chilling embrace
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Posted from Eisenhüttenstadt, Schönfließ, Germany. Eisenhüttenstadt is a town in eastern Brandenburg, Germany, located on the Oder River near the Polish border. It was founded in 1950 and holds a unique place in German history as the country’s first fully planned socialist city. The town was built to support the nearby Eisenhüttenkombinat Ost, a major…
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Posted from Iceland. Reynisfjara Beach is Iceland’s famous black sand beach, a moody, windswept wonder on the southern coast near the village of Vík. Its dramatic shoreline is lined with basalt sea stacks—Reynisdrangar—jutting from the ocean like ancient sentinels, while the cliffs behind rise in perfect geometric basalt columns, nature’s own cathedral walls. Powerful Atlantic…
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Posted from Iceland. Skógafoss is one of Iceland’s most striking waterfalls, located on the Skógá River along the southern coast, near the town of Skógar. With a drop of 60 meters (200 ft) and a width of 25 meters (82 ft), it creates a thunderous curtain of water that can be seen from miles away.…
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Posted from Iceland. Gullfoss is a famous Icelandic waterfall on the Hvítá River, featuring two powerful tiers plunging into a canyon. It’s accessible year-round, free to visit, and a key stop on the Golden Circle. Majestic, loud, and quintessentially Icelandic.
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Posted from Iceland. The Blue Lagoon is a famous geothermal spa in Iceland, known for its milky-blue, mineral-rich warm water. It’s located in a lava field near Reykjavík, stays around 37–40°C, and is open year-round. Visitors soak, use silica masks, and enjoy spa facilities.
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Posted from Iceland. Thingvellir National Park is Iceland’s breathtaking natural andhistorical treasure. Nestled in a dramatic rift valley where the NorthAmerican and Eurasian tectonic plates slowly pull apart, it offerscliffs, fissures, and sparkling waters you can actually dive into atSilfra. But Thingvellir isn’t just about geology—it’s where theworld’s oldest parliament, the Alþingi, was founded in…
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Posted from Iceland. Geysir Geothermal Area is a famous stop on the Golden Circle. It’s the birthplace of the word geyser. The original Great Geysir is mostly quiet today, but nearby Strokkur erupts reliably every 5 to 10 minutes, shooting hot water up to 20–40 meters into the air. The area is filled with steaming…
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Posted from Reykjavik, Miðborg, Iceland. The Icelandic Punk Museum in Reykjavík is a perfect window into theisland’s unique punk story. Housed in a small, former public restroomon Bankastræti, it preserves the unique rebellious spirit of Icelandicpunk from the late 1970s onward. Icelandic punk crept up through Reykjavík’s basements, communityhalls, and half-legal rehearsal spaces. Bands like…
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Posted from Reykjavik, Miðborg, Iceland. The Reykjavík Christmas Cat, or Jólakötturinn, is a towering figurefrom Icelandic folklore said to roam the city during the Christmasseason, devouring those who failed to receive new clothes before theholiday, a grim but playful reminder of an old tradition wherefinishing autumn work, especially wool processing, was rewarded withnew garments, and…
