Brussels , the Headquarter of European Union

Brussels, an international city, it is not only the capital of Belgium, but also the headquarter of European Union. It is also the home for numerous international organizations. People there they speak French, Dutch, while there are around 16% foreign-language-spoken populations.

Le Petit Julien (backing to school)

The Adventures of Tintin

Brussels is also famous for the sculpture - "Manneken Pis", who has been often dressed up differently in some special occasions. Brussels waffle and chocolate are well-known in the world as well. And they said that the French fries might find its origin here in Brussels. In the end, don't forget the famous comic "The Adventure of Tintin", which was also born here in Brussels.

Rouen, the Capital of Haute-Normandie

Rouen Cathedral

Rouen is the capital city of Haute-Normandie in north-western France. It was once one of the largest medieval cities in Europe. 

Rouen has its well-known Notre-Dame de Rouen, of which greatest impressionist Claude Monet had made his master-pieces. 

Vieux Marché

Rouen is also known for its Vieux Marché, where Jeanne d'Arc had been executed. 

Gros Horloge

On the way from Rouen Cathedral to the Vieux Marché, there's a famous astronomical clock, which could be dated back to 16th century.

In Rouen, Normandie styled houses could be easily found, with their standing-out wooden structures, painted in different colors, however in good harmony.

Viterbo, the Residence of Popes

Viterbo is a city located in north of Roma inside Lazio region, which could be easy reached by little train. The historical center of Viterbo was built during 11th and 12th century with medieval walls around.

During a period, in 13th century, when popes had difficulties claiming their authorities in Rome, Viterbo became their favorite residence. Palazzo dei Papi di Viterbo is where Popes lived and made elections during their twenty-four years of staying there.

Impressions of Venice

Ponte dei Sospiri

Piazza San Marco

Piazza San Marco

Piazza San Marco

When talking about Venice, there are several things pop up in my mind - Gondola, Piazza San Marco, Ponte di Rialto, Ponte dei Sospiri, Venice Carnival and Venice Movie Festival.Among them, Gondola, no wonder is the most well-known symbol for Venice.It is really catching eyes with its shining black and slim shape.

For Valentine's Day

Even though there are so many ways to say "I love you", love is a common pursue beyond the countries and centuries.

Le Mur des"Je T'aime", Paris

In Paris near the Metro Abbesses, there is a wall with all the lauguages written "Je T'aime".

Pont des Arts, Paris

Pont de l'Archevêché, Paris

Lovers put locks on this bridge and throw the keys into the Seine.

Juliet's Wall

In the entrance of Juliet's house in Verona, the wall are fully written love words and names.

Statue Juliet, Verona

Juliet's statue is standing in the front yard of her house under the famous balcony. If you touch her right breast you will get blessed in love.

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Ponte dei Sospiri, Venice

In Venice, if you kiss your loved one on a gondola at the moment of sunset when passing through the Ponte dei Sospiri, your love will be eternal.

Via Dell'Amore, Pienza

No road is more romantic than this one. And it leads to the wonderful view of Toscana.

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Here is the song sang by Michael Ball "Love changes everything" from Andrea Lloyd Webber's musical theatre "Aspects of Love".

 

"...

Love will never,

Never let you 

Be the same."

The Royal Den Haag

The Hague is the city where seats the Dutch government and parliament. It is not the capital but the political center of the Netherlands. The King and the Queen are working in the Noordeinde Palace in the city center.

The Ridderzaal(Knights' Hall)

The knights' Hall, built around 13th century,  was the castle for Earls of Holland. Since 20th century, it has been used for the Queen of Holland to announce the annual opening of the parliament. 

The Binnenhof

The Binnenhof is an open court, where the Holland administers work, representatives meet.

City Center

Walking through the old district, you cound find the lights with the decoration of the crowns.

Peace Palace

Here is the famous Peace Palace, Peace conferences are held here. The International court of Justice was found in this building right after the second world war. Till now the Hague is playing its role as the centre of international legal arbitration. 

Plein

From this square, "Plein" with the statue of the King William of Orange, you could get a good view with the new modern Hague rising behind.

Ever Seen Beautiful Sky like these?

Montmartre, Paris

La Siene, Paris

La Siene, Paris

from Montmartre, Paris

I must confess that I like blue sky much. However, with a little touch of red, pink, orange or yellow of sunset, the color of the sky becomes amazingly beautiful!  Not colors the sky, but the sunset also paints up buildings! The color, the light, the reflection... look like beautiful impressionist paintings. 

Delft, the House of Orange

Oude Kerk ("Old church")

Oude Kerk ("Old church")

City Hall

the Markt

Nieuwe Kerk (New Church)

Delft is the city in the south part of the Netherlands, between Rotterdam and Den Haag. The city is associated with the House of Orange, when the William of Orange took up residence in 1572. 

Like many other cities in Holland,several canals are passing through Delft. The old church, with traditional Mid-Age look, could be dated back to 13th Century. While the other Nieuwe Kerk (New Church), with typical Gothic look, standing face-to-face with the City Hall, was built later in 1584, where buried the William of Orange and the royal family members afterwards.

Chinese new year of Horse

Île-d'Aix

"Wild and free I could feel the sun..." 

You know how beautiful when horse runs in a wild open field!? Luckily I had the chance to see it on the Île-d'Aix, the little island in Atlantic Ocean, when we lost our direction and walked into a field horses. Those horses walked to us and run away with their grace.

Mont Saint-Michel

Mont Saint-Michel is the island isolated by the muddy land, where soaked up with sea water when the tides go up. Horse are used to cross this field and to reach to the other island near by.


From Jan 31st, 2014 starts the Chinese new year of Horse. Horse is the animal who runs fast and freely. It is a symbol of Travelling, competition and victory.

So, best wishes for everyone of you have a wonderful year of Horse! May all your wishes come true!