La Biennale Di Venezia

So this is the main event for this trip to Italy – to visit the Biennale Archittettura 2018. One of the preeminent cultural events in the world, since its inception in 1895, the Venice Biennale has been of the most important and influential events in international contemporary art. Alternating each year between Art and Architecture, the 16th Venice Biennale of Architecture provides an opportunity for architects and designers to showcase new projects.There are 63 national pavilions this year curated by Grafton Architects with the theme of Free Space.

AMS is Art

September 2, 2018May 13, 2023 Categories: Amsterdam · Architecture · Art · Netherlands · TravelTags: Amsterdam · Art · Netherlands · Travel

One will never run out of impressive art to appreciate in Amsterdam. From Rijksmuseum (where Rembrandt’s Night Watch resides), the Van Gogh Museum, the Hermitage Amsterdam (outpost of the famous Hermitage Museum of St. Petersburg), to the Stedelijk Museum. Currently on exhibit at the Hermitage is Portraitt Gallery of the Golden Age, featuring thirty colossal 17th century group paintings from Rijksmuseum and Amsterdam Museum. The Stedelijk has a permanent installation of iconic works by the likes of Piet Mondrian, Gerrit Rietveld, Nola Hatterman, Barnett Newman, Yves Klein, Roy Lichtenstein, and Yayoi Kusama.

Lima

March 18, 2018May 13, 2023 Categories: Art · Lima · Peru · TravelTags: Larco Museum · Lima · MATE · Peru

Founded in 1535 by the Spanish conquistador, the “City of Kings” became the center of power and trade of the Spanish Crown. Today, Lima has a population of more than eight million, about a third of Peru‘s total population, and the seat of the national government. Across the capital are the country’s finest museums as well as its most creative restaurants – Peruvian cuisine has been a subject of growing international buzz for the past few years and many visitors are flocking to experience this city’s gastronomic offerings. The Museo Arqueológico Rafael Larco Herrera, founded in 1926, has the world’s…

Paris en Hiver

March 2, 2018March 2, 2018 Categories: Art · Europe · France · Paris · TravelTags: France · Paris

Third year in a row I have been coming to Paris in the winter, and it was a cold one this year – with some snow. Musée Jacquemart-André is set in a 19th century mansion – relatively reasonable in size but offers a lot with its magnificent art and decorative objects. The impressive collection include pieces from Tiepolo, Bellini, Botticelli, David, to Rembrandt and Frans Hals. Musée Rodin is one of my favourites in Paris – I call it my “happy place”! I would be well content to be…

Museo Sorolla

April 17, 2017April 23, 2017 Categories: Art · Madrid · SpainTags: Art · Sorolla

I am glad I followed a friend’s suggestion to visit the Museo Sorolla in Madrid. Joaquin Sorolla excelled in the painting of portraits, landscapes and monumental works. Many of the famous pieces include the impressionist beach scenes. The museum occupies what was the Spanish artist’s family home from 1911. The house has been preserved, including his studio, together with a vast collection of his masterful works. The Museo Sorolla is considered one of the best preserved artist’s homes in Europe.

Palais Garnier

February 24, 2017February 24, 2017 Categories: Architecture · Art · France · Paris · TravelTags: France · Opera · Palace Garnier · Paris

Palais Garnier is an extravagant example of Second Empire architecture in Paris. This opera / ballet house was designed by the architect Charles Garnier, who won the competition launched by Napoleon III. The Palais was inaugurated in 1875 with a beautiful ceiling in the auditorium painted by Marc Chagall in 1964.

Zurück nach Berlin

February 19, 2017February 25, 2017 Categories: Art · Berlin · Europe · Germany · TravelTags: Art · Berlin · Germany · Travel

After four years, “Back to Berlin“! This trend-setting German capital knows how to show visitors a good time and that is the reason I have returned. Whether one comes here for the art, the Wall (or what’s left of it), the food or the nightlife, Berlin will excite and entertain! The Alte Nationalgalerie is one of the galleries I was not able to visit the last time I was in this city. With a collection of 18th to early 20th century masters in a backdrop as magnificent as the works on display. …

Archaeological Museum

September 28, 2016September 28, 2016 Categories: Art · Athens · Greece · TravelTags: Archeological Museum · Art · Athens · Greece · Travel

The National Archaeological Museum in Athens is the country’s largest archeological museum with a massive collection of Greek artifacts, ranging from the Prehistoric Neolithic era to the late Roman period. The museum also has an overwhelming collection of more than 2,500 Greek vases.

The Met & MoMA

July 8, 2016July 8, 2016 Categories: Art · New York · Travel · USATags: Art · Met · MoMA · Museum · New York · Travel

It’s probably been more than twelve years since I last visited The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Regarded as one of the world’s largest and finest art museums with more than two million works of art, somehow I keep procrastinating a re-visit. I made it back last week and was glad to see again their wonderful collection. On the other hand, my last visit to the Museum of Modern Art was last year. I always enjoy dropping by when I am in town.

C’est Bon

March 4, 2016March 4, 2016 Categories: Accommodations · Architecture · Art · Food · France · Paris · TravelTags: France · Hotel Recamier · Jardin du Luxembourg · Paris · Travel

Just walking through the streets of Paris can be as rewarding because every corner brings delight to the eyes. I also had the chance to do my “obligatory” walk through one of my favourite gardens — Jardin du Luxembourg. It could be the time of the year – but restaurants in Paris were less crowded this time – there were no lines and it was not a challenge to get a reservation. I am not complaining. I was able to go back to a few of the amazing restaurants I tried during my previous visits (and some new ones) and I was not disappointed….

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