St. Hedwig's Cathedral is Berlin's main Roman Catholic church. Located on Bebelplatz in the historic Mitte district, King Frederick the Great ordered its construction between 1747 and 1773, modeled after the Pantheon in Rome. Damaged during the Allied bombing in World War II, the cathedral's interior was restored from 1952 to 1963 in post-war modernist style as part of the rebuilding of the Forum Fridericianum on Bebelplatz. The cathedral closed for major renovations on 1 Sep

The outer dome gallery (Domumgang) sits 50 metres above the ground, offering a spectacular 360-degree panoramic view of Berlin’s historic and modern center. Getting to the balcony requires a 270-step climb. There is no elevator access to the dome walkway. The journey is split into two halves: a wide, grand historic staircase for the first section, which transitions into a narrower, tighter spiral staircase for the final ascent to the outdoor platform. Things you can see from

The National Trust is Europe's largest conservation charity. Operating in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland (with a separate but affiliated National Trust for Scotland), its mission is to preserve and protect historic properties, coastlines, and open spaces for everyone to enjoy. The Trust owns and manages over 500 significant sites, including stately homes, ancient monuments, castles, and historic gardens. It is one of the largest landowners in the UK, caring for hundreds

Antony Gormley work, The Place To Be!

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A place where time stood still. Calke Abbey offers a unique step back in time, unlike other National Trust sites. The paintwork is...

The Vatican Museums, located in Vatican City, house an extensive collection of art and historical artifacts accumulated by the Catholic...

The Pantheon is an ancient Roman temple in Rome, Italy, which has been converted into a church. It's renowned for its impressive dome,...

I have wanted to go to Rome since I read Dan Brown's books. The way he described the places made them seem so real and alive. The...

Exploring Riga: Riga, the capital of Latvia, is known for its stunning architecture, rich history, and vibrant culture. A self-guided...

Riga Cathedral, an iconic landmark in the heart of Latvia’s capital, stands as a testament to centuries of architectural change and...

With the beautiful weather during our trip to Riga in September 2024, we decided to take a bus ride to the seaside. Located on the...

Exploring Riga: Riga, the capital of Latvia, is known for its stunning architecture, rich history, and vibrant culture. A self-guided...

Exploring Riga: Riga, the capital of Latvia, is known for its stunning architecture, rich history, and vibrant culture. A self-guided...

The Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ in Riga, Latvia, is a prominent symbol of the city, known for its striking onion domes and rich...

We stumbled across this little beauty when we were doing the self guided walking tour of Riga that takes in the main sights of Riga. Our...

Riga's tallest church with breath-taking views across the city, new and old (as seen in my previous blog) . We are now going explore the...

When searching for things to do in Riga before my visit I found a few observation points in the city. From there, you get to see some...