Articles By: Sonu Sangameswaran

Byzantine architecture of Hagia Sophia

Byzantine architecture is not only startlingly beautiful; it’s also intricate and ornate work created by accomplished craftsmen—Hagia Sophia in mystic Istanbul is a prime example!

May 17th, 2012 | Europe, Features | Read More

Forum Romanum

Ancient Greece is the birthplace of modern civilization; anthropology and philosophy were Rome’s weapons against the barbarians of the day and visitors have a chance to experience history from over 2000 years ago! Incredibly enough, the Colosseum still looks like what it was many, many moons ago; however,...

May 2nd, 2012 | Europe, Features | Read More

A perfect toast for the perfect wine at Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley is Australia’s oldest wine producing region! Filled with myriad activities and places where experience is everything, the Valley is perfect for a day, a week or even a month. This is just the place to refresh and rejuvenate from your humdrum routines. After all exploring wineries, hot...

February 29th, 2012 | Australia & New Zealand, Destinations, Features | Read More

Alexandria’s Qaitbay Citadel – The Fortress of Solitude

Alexandria’s Qaitbay Citadel is a work of archeological brilliance. Built to be a defensive fortress on the Mediterranean Sea coast, the fortress today has visitors thronging by the hundreds to witness the ‘history of resistance’!

September 28th, 2011 | Africa, Destinations, Features | Read More

Time Stands Still – The tale of big ben

Big Ben is one London’s most familiar landmarks! It’s been on postcards, calendars and memorabilia for a very long time but as a cultural gem, it deserves a visit and many-many photographs!

September 20th, 2011 | Destinations, Europe, Features | Read More

The Grecian Contribution

It’s ironic that the Olympic Games which began over 2000 years ago were part of a religious festival. Even today, sporting activities are followed with pious fervor minus the gory deaths! It was the Greeks who began Olympic proceedings in honor of Zeus, the King of the Gods!

September 6th, 2011 | Destinations, Europe, Features | Read More