Postcard from Genoa, Italy: Reflections of a few architectural embellishments

Wandering, sometimes lost, through the tangled maze of narrow, primarily pedestrian streets in Genoa’s medieval center, one is rewarded by a myriad of handsome, and sometimes downright quirky, architectural details.

Time to get lost and encounter unexpected details along the way… a luxury of slow travel.

Postcard from Budapest, Hungary: Distracting details in all directions

Keeping me moving at any kind of even pace through Budapest would be impossible unless you put a gimme cap atop my head and blinders on the arms of my glasses. Maybe a whip to crack would be required as well.

So many distractions everywhere you glance. I’ve been doling out random photos of them gradually, and here are a few more.

Postcard from Budapest, Hungary: Guardians of the streets

People are always found along the streets of Budapest.

The strong, silent type.

They never abandon their posts, ensuring you never walk alone.

Sculpture in Budapest’s parks and plazas and the artistry incorporated in her architecture beckon you to turn corner after corner, continually introducing you to new acquaintances along the way.