Category: Art and Sculpture
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Amsterdam Museums and Galleries
We like to explore our destination’s history and unique artefacts. So on our Northern European Tour in 2024, we went to some of Amsterdam’s major galleries and museums. Rijksmuseum The Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s oldest and grandest gallery, dominates the Museum Quarter in the city’s south west. To get in, snag your €25 ticket online—then breeze through… Read more
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Copenhagen War museum and Palace
Our trip to the Danish capital of Copenhagen in our big Northern European tour was about so much more than just Tivoli and strolling through the city. We also explored a bunch of museums and even visited a palace! Christianborg Slot Christiansborg Palace is still the heart of Denmark’s power. What makes it unique is… Read more
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Ateneum and Kiasma galleries, Helsinki
During our stay in Helsinki, the capital of Finland, as a part of our 2024 to 2025 Northern European holiday, we went in to two large art galleries in Helsinki, the Ateneum and Kiasma. Ateneum The first Gallery in Europe that we entered was the Ateneum, an Museum of Finnish and International art gallery right… Read more
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Stockholm Castle, Sweden
Travelling around Northern Europe in our grand tour of 2024-2025, we visited the Swedish capital of Stockholm for a few days. We had no specific plans or bookings, and we wandered down the street from our hotel at Queens Hotel, down the street Drottninggatan. Here we crossed the bridge at Riksbron to go through the… Read more
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Glasgow
Our visit to the Scottish city of Glasgow was part of our round the North of Europe tour, and followed our trip to Edinburgh in the previous week. We had been given negative vibes about Glasgow, with friends and family warning that it was not very interesting or attractive. Getting there We found Glasgow airport… Read more
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Exeter Christmas Market and Cathedral
Our visit to the capital city of Devon in South West England was a part of our grand Northern European tour, after visiting London and before going to Edinburgh. The city is in the heart of Devon, and is the main commercial centre and historical core to the county. Historic Exeter The city of Exeter… Read more
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Windsor Castle
After departing London, we dropped in to Christian’s birthplace – Windsor. The town is dominated by the Castle, and for good reason – it is magnificent. One of the World’s largest and most continuously occupied castles, it is a favourite! Outside The approach to the castle is obvious, as it dominates the town, as it… Read more
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British Museum
One of the jewels of London is the British Museum. Set in the city in a purpose-built building, and free to enter, it houses thousands of unique and rare items. Entering and access It is free to enter, but you still need a ticket. You can get entry from the rear, but entrance from the… Read more
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Hiking – Mt Lofty Botanic Park
We love to hike, and we are always looking for new places to explore. Mt Lofty Botanic Park is very close to our home and it seemed silly that we had not been there. So, off we went to check it out. There are several entrances to choose from, each with its own carpark. The… Read more
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Melbourne – weekend away
We love visiting Melbourne! It has a wonderful atmosphere and is only a short plane trip for us – less than an hour in the air. This time, Bianca had a work trip at the end of the week. So Christian flew in on Friday and we spent the weekend there. Christian’s flight was paid… Read more
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Brighton – Beach Sculptures 2024
One of our favourite events, held by the City of Brighton along the beach in January each year, is the free sculpture exhibition. The artists submit work in various categories and judges award prizes. Many of the pieces are for public sale and some of the artists will take commissions. Artworks adorn a large section… Read more
