Liesse-Notre-Dame, pilgrimage site
For this favorite, I want to talk about a very personal place, but one that also has a rich history. Liesse Notre-Dame in the Hauts-de-France region is a still active place of pilgrimage … read more
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Malacca, the last lantern gone
Throughout old Malacca, the lanterns of Mr. Ang Teng Ta do not leave indifferent. These are unique hand-painted works of art that are displayed on the stoops of homes during important events …. read more
Brazil, the coffee road to Paraty
Tourism in Brazil has not yet developed all its potential, but progress is visible every year. Passengers ask for a little more with each trip, in each group. I always found the tours that … read more
Siena, the medieval jewel of Tuscany
Siena! already its name evokes sweetness, mystery, adventure. It is certainly one of the most loved and admired cities by tourists. Many remain enchanted from the first glance. But beautiful Siena hides many … read more
The Art Nouveau district of Riga
Riga is often called the Art Nouveau metropolis of Europe. One third of the buildings in its city center represent examples of this richly decorative style. I love visiting the Art Nouveau Quarter with my tourists, it’s like taking a… read more
The Basilica of San Vitale in Ravenna
Hello everyone, I’m Silvia Togni, guide to Ravenna and Emilia-Romagna since 2000. Today I would like to draw your attention to a detail of the Church of Saint Vital, listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO … read more