Julian Worker

9 Canadian Cities

The book 9 Canadian Cities is available on a discount A description is as follows: Canada is the world’s second-largest country and is justly famous for its great outdoors. This does not mean visitors should ignore the cities. Vancouver and Toronto are the best-known cities and are covered in great detail elsewhere. I’ve concentrated onContinue reading “9 Canadian Cities”

Tripoli and Mantineia

Tripoli or Tripolis is the capital of Arcadia and the hub of the road system in the central part of The Peloponnese. There are no ancient sites in the city itself as it was burned by The Turks in 1825 during the Greek War of Independence. The Greeks regained the city in 1829 and rebuiltContinue reading “Tripoli and Mantineia”

9 Canadian Cities

Pylos

The Anaktora Nestoros, or Palace of King Nestor of Pylos, is an ancient site linked to Greek mythology and the Trojan War. Visitors can explore the well-preserved ruins and learn about the area’s historical significance.

Travels through History : The Balkans

This is a lovely review of my book called Travels through History : The Balkans on Amazon. Ideal book to read before and after country visit. I didn’t visit all the countries in the book but the ones I did visit were Serbia, Kosovo and Bosnia/Herzogovina. I read the respective chapters in advance and foundContinue reading “Travels through History : The Balkans”

Messini

The author favorably describes the ancient site of Messini, highlighting its well-preserved layout and peaceful atmosphere. The site’s history and notable structures are also discussed.

Thought Provoking Statues – Yerevan

In Yerevan, the statues made me think and provided warnings about what can happen in life. Although understated, all the statues in Yerevan have a story to tell. The first sculpture I noticed was called “Kara Bala” on Abovian Street, a statue of an old man holding some roses. Because of some new road building,Continue reading “Thought Provoking Statues – Yerevan”

The Genocide Memorial – Yerevan

Soviet rule in Armenia banned discussion of Armenian-Turkish conflict, including the genocide. Khrushchev’s policy led to change in the 1950s. The Armenian Genocide Memorial is a significant site in Yerevan. Every year on April 24th, Armenians gather there to honor the victims.

Around The Cascade – Yerevan

The Matenadaran in northern Yerevan houses exceptional Armenian manuscripts, some surviving destruction during the Armenian genocide. Guided tours are available, showcasing illuminated manuscripts and diverse historical works.

Akhaltsikhe

The journey from Borjomi to Akhaltsikhe includes a visit to Borjomi Spa, famous for its mineral water park, and leads to the charming town with its historic fortress and monastery. The restored Rabati Castle offers a splendid experience and delightful dining options.