Archive for August, 2011
How not to be a tourist
I guess this photo, taken in Innsbruck, Austria, says it all. This tourist was totally oblivious to the fact that she was standing in the middle of a busy road. In some countries, she would’ve been run over in a flash. Not in Austria though – the driver didn’t even sound his horn but simply drove around her…..
The Errazuriz winery
Errazuriz is one of the largest wine groups in Chile and they have various vineyards scattered throughout Central Chile. Their flagship vineyard is located in the Aconcagua valley north of Santiago and is featured on the labels of all Errazuriz wines.
Read the accompanying post: “Five Splendid New World Wineries“.
Old fig tree in Recoleta, Buenos Aires
This fig tree is one of the largest I’ve ever seen. Located just outside the Recoleta cemetery (where Eva Peron’s tomb is) in Buenos Aires, this grand tree has huge branches which are supported by wooden pillars.
Read the accompanying post: “Falling in Love with Buenos Aires“.
Jame Asr Hassanil Bolkiah mosque in Brunei
The Jame Asr Hassanil Bolkiah mosque is situated in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of the oil-rich Sultanate of Brunei. Built to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sultan’s reign, the mosque’s most distinguishing feature are its many golden domes.
The charming town of Begur
Begur is a town situated in the hills of the Costa Brava in the Empordá region (Baix Empordá). It is a popular tourist spot in the summer due to its proximity to some of the region’s loveliest beaches. With its 16th century castle, colourful houses and charming shops and restaurants, Begur is definitely worth a visit for any visitor to the Costa Brava.
