One of the things I say the most about London (which I believe it applies to big cities in general) is that it is a demanding lover. You do love it, so fucking badly, but it demands so much of you that tires you up. So, despite loving this, sometimes my body requires a break … Continue reading Places that make you realise how small you are – Serra da Estrela, Portugal
It is not everyday that a bookworm like me achieves such a thing as to visit the most beautiful bookshop in the world. And where is this bookshop located? In Porto, a city in the North of Portugal. And being Portuguese myself, I was desperate for years to step into this bookshop, without having the … Continue reading The World’s Most Beautiful Bookshop
I haven’t written about Portugal for a while now. As a touristic and recreational destination, Portugal is for sure an amazing country. You will find Portuguese people very nice, they will treat you better than they treat themselves. They may not speak your language, but they will make an effort to help you and to … Continue reading Episodes of a Portuguese citizen trying to be a tourist in Portugal #1
Two years ago I was in a place that intrigued me. It was in the middle of nowhere and I must confess I found myself bored. It is a place called São Pedro do Sul, in Portugal, and some friends of my parents invited us to spend some days in their home. I was incredibly … Continue reading The beauty of a place forgotten by the Gods
The Winged Bone 