This somewhat innocuous modernist building was designed by and the home of architect Erno Goldfinger. His name was used in the James Bond film. It’s worth a visit on a rainy day, especially one of the guided tours in which you learn about the functional design behind the aesthetics.
Author: Praful
Royal Festival Hall to the Royal Opera House
A day of culture: Alchemy at the Southbank Centre has a South Asian theme, which is worth checking out. We saw a sitar tribute to Ravi Shankar led by his wife. This was followed by an evening at the Royal Opera House (my first visit!) watching ballet from the back. View photos Royal Festival Hall to the Royal Opera House
Brixton
Twenty years since my last visit to Brixton 😲. Ms Cupcake’s vegan cakes are a welcome addition 😋😄 View photos Brixton
Maderia Flower Festival
More photos from the colourful Flower Festival View photos Maderia Flower Festival
Fashion, dance and singing
The big parade was an amazing display of colours, fashion, dance and singing View photos Fashion, dance and singing
Restaurant Olives
A great restaurant in Madeira, with a separate menu for vegetarians and vegans. The staff are incredibly attentive and polite. View photos Restaurant Olives
Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo
One of the best scenic walks in Madeira: a peak to peak from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo
Festival colour
A colourful start to the Flower Festival! View photos Festival colour
Ribeira Brava, Madeira
Hello! A little fellow we met on a walk 😊
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
We were stunned when a Kew Garden guide pointed out a Chinese water dragon in the Palm House. He said the other, bigger, one was somewhere in the Princess of Wales Conservatory. We went looking for it. Eventually, my sister spotted it! We decided to share our find with other visitors. It was wonderful to … Continue reading Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew