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Understanding the world of cathedrals: materials, tools, techniques
Thanks for instance to the writing of chroniclers like Father Suger (in Saint Denis Cathedral in France) and Monk Gervase (in Canterbury Cathedral in England), …
October 15th, 2010 – Photo of the week
Sunset over the vineyards of Kintzheim in Alsace (France) If you have never experienced the fall in the vineyards, it is definitely something to do at least …
Tapa culture (Spain)
Entrance of the Enoteca Restaurant in St Moritz Have you noticed how popular tapas have become? Quite often when I go to a restaurant no matter if it is Asian, …
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Gotthard Tunnel: twice in the news in 2010 Friday October 15th, 2010 will be a historical date for the Gotthard tunnel in Switzerland as it will be the last …
October 8th, 2010 – Photo of the week
Oct. 8th, 2010 – Photo of the week Arcachon Bay in the region of Aquitaine in France – Michèle Laville This picture was sent to me last …
Engadine in the fall (Switzerland)
I just spent 4 days in the Engadin valley in the canton of Graubunden. I hiked along alpine lakes, looked at glaciers like the Corvatsch, marvelled at the …
The Sprungli Luxemburgerli: sweets you just love
A few years ago, when we arrived in Zurich, my husband bought me for a special occasion a large box of Luxemburgerli. He said eat them slowly! Just one bite …
Dreaming of chalets: could it be more than a dream?
Find out more about chalets from the architecture to what is made
October 1st, 2010 – Photo of the week
Oct. 1st, 2010-Photo of the week Lonely terrace at Fuorcla Surlej in Engadin What a fabulous day I had for my birthday in the Bernina mountains! This photo, …
Visit Burkliplatz Market in Zurich: beautiful in all seasons
Pumpkins and squashes in Burkliplatz If you live in Zurich or are just passing by, the flower, fruit and vegetable market in Zurich – Burkliplatz …