The only art museum that I ended up visiting in Munich was the Alte Pinakothek. This is the place for Renaissance lovers – you’ve got your Bruegel the Elder, Rubens, Dürer, Cranach – a true delight. As part of the museum was in renovation, we missed the Spanish collection (bye El Greco…), and the 17th… Continue reading Munich: Alte Pinakothek
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Must see European museums: part 2
As part of my Must-see European Museums series, I decided to pick 4 more European art museums that you should definitely not miss this summer. They are all in different countries, so wherever you are, you have something to check out. I decided to dedicate this post to modern and contemporary art museums. Tate Modern,… Continue reading Must see European museums: part 2
Must-see European museums: part 1
For the past 10 or so years, I have been travelling a lot. And more importantly, I have visited some amazing museums in Europe. It is hard for me to choose my favourites, as all those that I have seen exhibited works of art that I had seen only in art albums when I was… Continue reading Must-see European museums: part 1
Vienna diary
At the and of last month, I spent a few days in Vienna. I have already been there several times, seen the majors museums, castles & churches. So this time, it was more about relaxation and enjoying some quality time.
Switzerland diary: Zürich
Spent the last days of December and the New Year’s in Switzerland, with the first stop in Zürich. There was a LOT of snow, cold but pleasant weather, and a beautiful old city centre. They also have amazing grocery shops (i.e. Globus, where they had the most refined foods and drinks). And amazing art in… Continue reading Switzerland diary: Zürich