Category: English

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Last boarding call

Ana

Saying goodbye at the airport was emotionally challenging, with excitement mixed with anxiety.

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Finding echoes of the past in Santa María del Mar

Ana

My grandfather Salvador's stories of Barcelona and his experiences during the Spanish Civil War shaped my perception of Barcelona. Inspired by a novel, I visit Santa María del Mar, appreciating its history and connecting with my Catalan roots.

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Exploring the Mysteries of Sintra’s Castle of the Moors

Ana

A visit to the Moorish Castle in Sintra, Portugal. The journey from the train station involves passing historical sites. It highlights the castle's medieval architecture, and its history of conquest.

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Exploring London: Denmark Street

Ana

In London, we explored notable spots like Denmark Street, significant for its musical history and as a filming location for the BBC series Strike.

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The bleak and the bright in Hardy’s Far from the Madding Crowd

Ana

2024 marked the 150th anniversary of Thomas Hardy's Far from the Madding Crowd, reflecting on pastoral themes, rural customs, and the contrast between nature's beauty and harsh realities within an imagined Wessex.

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Exploring Istanbul: A Personal Connection

Ana

Where I reflect on Istanbul's familiar flavors, architecture, cultural norms, and spiritual energy, drawing personal connections.