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Postcards from Southern France: Nice’s Lympia Harbour

Posted on August 12, 2015 by petrudumitru

Nice has never had a proper harbour until the mid 18th century. The Lympia Harbour or simply the Nice’s Port looks like a multicoloured nest in the heart of the city. The buildings around the Port area feature an unusual … Continue reading →

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Postcards from Southern France: Place Garibaldi in Nice

Posted on August 6, 2015 by petrudumitru

We discovered the Place Garibaldi from the first minutes in Nice, while travelling from the airport to the hotel. Being a large rectangular square, the Place is always a busy and crowded environment with both locals and tourists. Its Baroque … Continue reading →

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Cecilia Bartoli: Unveiling forgotten Baroque treasures

Posted on November 16, 2014 by petrudumitru

Cecilia Bartoli performed in Brussels on 13 November 2014. I have been waiting for about eight months to listen to her St Petersburg album live performance. What a treat! Before going to the concert I read a negative review in … Continue reading →

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