TRAFFIC, LONDON

Yes, It is Friday and everybody's longing to get home as early as possible. So traffic is heavy....
But as we are not stuck, we can enjoy this nice picture. have a nice weekend! The taxi has decided to take another street. Bright colours anyway.

BLEINHEIM PALACE, OXFORDSHIRE

Situated just 8 miles from Oxford, Blenheim Palace is the home of 11th Duke of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Set in beautiful parkland of 2100 acres, which was landscaped by 'Capability' Brown in 1760's, the Palace is surrounded by sweeping lawns and formal gardens. This is for me probably the most extraordinary place in the UK. You could easily spend hours and hours just walking around.

BRIGHTON, THE LANES

Situated on the South East coastline of England, Brighton is one of the most enchanting, exciting, extraordinary seaside city in Britain. However brazen that may sound, it is no exaggeration.
The Lanes is the oldest area of Brighton and is a great place to shop and eat. After the Brighton village was burnt to the ground by French invaders in the 16th century it was rebuilt along the same streets. Some of the buildings have been updated but the narrow streets give you an idea of what medieval Brighton was like. You can easily spend a whole day there.

CAMDEN LOCK, LONDON

Camden town has several markets and it is one of the most visited attractions in London. The market is very popular at the weekends. When you exit Camden Town station turn right which will take you to the markets. You will come across bazaars selling cheap clothes, second hand clothes and jewellery. The open air market is full of small tiny shops that sell stained glass, hand made jewellery, leather belts and bags. You will also find all sort of clothes, and if you like vegetarian food; well this is the place to be. You can also pick up books, records, carpets, antiques and even have your palm read. If you get fed up with shopping you can make your way to one of the pubs. It's a wonderful place for the atmosphere although it can get really crowded at weekends. But if you're tired, just get some take away food and walk towards the canal, find a quiet place and unwind.... Weather permitting of course!!!

YOUGHAL , IRELAND

In August 2003 I spent two weeks visiting the South West of Ireland, I'll show you some other pictures if you're interested. The first one is maybe one of my favourite. I love this house! We found it by chance on our way to Ballymacoda near Youghal. We had the pleasure to meet the owner of the house and chat with him. He's a very kind man who is really proud of the work he's done in this house. Congratulations ....

SPRING IN THE COTSWOLDS

This is the footpath leading out of the Cotswold village BIBURY. If you enjoy walking, try this footpath. It will go up people's driveways, through their yards, out into farmer's fields, through fields of cows or sheep. Sometimes you feel like the path might just lead you into someone's living room. These are all public right of ways that must be kept open. Most of them are frequently travelled. Unforgettable.

SOHO SQUARE, LONDON

In London, there is a very pleasant shady square, not too far from Oxford street.Today, as well as the office buildings, Soho Square has London's one remaining French Protestant church and St Patrick's Catholic church. But what you can see on the photo is that unusual mock Tudor building at the centre of the square. It is a Victorian garden shed. Soho Square is a popular picnic spot for everybody and I often go there in good weather to unwind. Of course, it may be a bit crowded sometimes...