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The Map Project – Greece
There are a few more instalments for The Map Project. The kids have learned a bit about our amazing world and who knows, maybe they will be future travellers themselves. Today Kieran tells us about Greece. _____________________ Hi, it’s Kieran updating you on Eeva’s travels around the world. Athens is the capital of Greece which…
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Belgrade, Serbia
Oh Beograd, how you surprised me. Belgrade was my “entry” point to Eastern Europe. I spent ten days there as I applied for my Indian Visa at the Indian Embassy there. In that time I encountered such great people. Not only the wonderful people I met from around the globe at my hostel (and it’s…
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Ohrid, Macedonia
Ohrid is a small city in southern Macedonia and is situated on Lake Ohrid. Two-thirds of this lake belongs to Macedonia while the other third belongs to Albania. Ohrid is a very picturesque city of approx. 40,000 residents. Nestled along the hillside there are numerous Orthodox churches, Samuil’s Fortress, an old amphitheatre and numerous streets…
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The Map Project – Dublin, Ireland
Today’s Map Project installment is by Kieran. He will be showcasing Dublin, Ireland. Thanks Kieran! ——————————- Eeva has now visited many places in Europe but never Ireland – until now when she decided to venture there. During her time there she sent text messages to us saying how much she loved it and that she would…
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Ljubljana, Slovenia
Hello! I am currently in my hostel in Skopje, Macedonia. The city is interesting. Not my favourite but it’ll do. As of late they have been under construction, erecting buildings of a classic Greek style but they are brand new. And then there are the statues. I do not think I have seen so many…
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Places Places Places
Before departing Canada I imagined that I would be uploading photos and stories on a continual basis. It seems I was mistaken. It certainly is not because I have purposely neglected writing. I have had a nagging in the back of my head telling me I need to post more often. Part of my neglect is because…
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My Time in Pictures
Prior to my departure I envisioned regular updates on my blog. Sifting though my photos and re-telling of what I saw and learned with vigor and excitement. The reality is I am not so keen to be posting as I am often exhausted or distracted by other events such as dinner, doing laundry or having a…
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SUNDAY’S SPECIAL SPOT – ALCOBACA MONASTERY
Historic, gothic and the resting place of royals, Portugal’s Alcobaça Monastery is found 121 km/75 mi north of Lisbon. It is the earliest example of gothic style churches in the country. King Afonso Henríques (first king of Portugal) established it 1153 C.E. to honour the victory of Santarem during the Crusades and presented it to Cistercian abbot Bernard…
