Parco della Favorita: Palermo’s Royal Oasis at the Foot of Monte Pellegrino
Nestled between the urban bustle of Palermo and the majestic cliffs of Monte Pellegrino lies a vast and verdant expanse
Palermo
Parma best
Paganini’s Tomb in Parma: Buried 36 Years After His Death
Paganini’s tomb in Parma’s Villetta cemetery: why the Church refused to bury him, the 36-year wait, the ‘devil’s violinist’ legend and tips. Checked October 2026.
Parma best
The Museo Costantiniano della Steccata: A Glimpse into Parma’s Dynastic Past
Tucked away in the heart of Parma, adjacent to the revered Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata, lies a hidden
Parma best
Galleria delle Fontane: A Secret World Beneath Parma’s Streets
In a city celebrated for its art, opera, and exquisite cuisine, one of Parma’s most fascinating treasures lies hidden from
Nuremberg
Frauentorturm in Nuremberg: The Round Tower by the Station
Frauentorturm in Nuremberg: the gate tower opposite the station, wrapped in round stone in 1558, its dry moat and the Handwerkerhof. Checked October 2026.
Nuremberg
The Imperial Castle in Nuremberg: The Crown Jewel of a Storied City
Perched atop a sandstone bluff, overlooking the sprawling red rooftops of the old town, the Imperial Castle in Nuremberg stands
Nuremberg
Der Hase in Nuremberg: Jürgen Goertz’s Monster Hare for Dürer
Der Hase in Nuremberg: Jürgen Goertz’s 1984 bronze take on Dürer’s Young Hare, the crate, the hidden foot and why the city was outraged. Checked October 2026.
Quebec best
The Holy Door in Old Quebec: A Portal of Faith in the Americas
In the heart of historic Old Quebec, nestled within the ancient walls of the continent’s first French settlement, stands a
Ottawa best
The Library of Parliament in Ottawa: A Gothic Masterpiece Saved from the Flames
Perched majestically behind the iconic Centre Block on Parliament Hill, the Library of Parliament in Ottawa stands as a magnificent
Ottawa
The Fairmont Château Laurier Hotel in Ottawa: A Castle of Canadian History
Standing majestically at the confluence of the Ottawa River and the Rideau Canal, the Fairmont Château Laurier Hotel in Ottawa
Ottawa
Maman in Ottawa: Louise Bourgeois’s Giant Spider at the Gallery
Maman, Louise Bourgeois’s giant spider at Ottawa’s National Gallery: the marble eggs, its Tate Modern origin and the mother behind it. Checked October 2026.
Cathedral House Hotel in Glasgow: A Historic Gem by the Necropolis
Nestled prominently across from the magnificent Glasgow Cathedral and the atmospheric Necropolis, the Cathedral House Hotel stands as a distinguished