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Twigift

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Twigift is a cute little shop located  in the heart of old town Bratislava, with handmade creations and unique art pieces. You can find anything your heart desires from an array of  interesting things that are made out of wood, yarn, metal, clay, textile, glass etc. The warm ambiance and the  friendly personnel makes you feel welcome and cozy.

Twigift shop, Klariska 7, Bratislava
Twigift shop in Bratislava, Slovakia | by karafc

I loved spending time in this shop during my stay there. It was, undoubtedly,  one of my favorite shops.

Twigift shop | photo by karafc
My collection from Twigift | by karafc
Twigift shop in Bratislava | photo by karafc
My collection from Twigift | by karafc
Twigift art | photo by karafc

If you ever visit Bratislava make sure to stop by. I’m sure you will be as captivated by it as I was.

This post is part of the Daily Post’s Weekly Photo Challenge: Windows

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Under the New Bridge

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Under the New Bridge - 'Novy Most' in Bratislava, Slovakia
Under the New Bridge – ‘Novy Most’ in Bratislava, Slovakia | by karafc

A magical view of the castle of Bratislava enlighten on the hill. The lights of the city give a different look to the Danube river which is beautifully colored from the reflections of the lights.

This post is part of the Daily Post’s Weekly Photo Challenge:  Bridge

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Blown by the wind

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Pennisetum alopecuroides (fontain grass)

Fountain grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides) is one of the most beautiful perennial ornamental grasses. Swaying in the breeze, adds movement in the garden and gives an ethereal look to the scenery.

Pennisetum alopecuroides (fontain grass)

When we went for lunch at Minthis Hills golf club restaurant, I spotted this fountain grass in the garden, which was moving in the rhythm of the breeze.  It brought to the landscape an amazing mixture of colors,  texture, motion even sound.  It was a big challenge capturing all these!

This post is part of the Daily Post’s Weekly Photo Challenge: Focus

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Cactus flower

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The huge beautiful flowers of this specific cactus Echinopsis oxygona, with common name Easter lily cactus, drew my attention. I found  the contrast of the flower size with the cactus, very interesting.

Cactus Echinopsis oxygona flower (Easter lily cactus)

Another fascinating particularity of the flower is that it opens in the evening and wilts the next afternoon on hot days. On cool days it will last longer.

Cactus Echinopsis oxygona flower (Easter lily cactus)

I remember that my uncle, who brought us this cactus, was very charmed with its flowers. Now I understand the reason!

This post is part of the Daily Post’s Weekly Photo Challenge: Evanescent

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Annual Flood Festival

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Each year in June the flood festival, known as Kataklysmos*, is taking place in each coastal town of Cyprus, which is celebrated 50 days after Orthodox Easter on the day of the Holly Spirit.

It is an open-air fair with the stalls set up alongside the seashore selling crafts, toys, hygiene items, traditional food and sweets.

The most popular custom of the day of  Kataklysmos is the throwing of water to one another. A custom we really enjoyed when we were younger.

*Cataclysm comes from the Greek word Kataklysmos which means “a deluge or flood.”

This post is part of the Daily Post’s Weekly Photo Challenge: Order

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Nature trail in Kakopetria

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The last time we visited Kakopetria – our favorite village as you know by now –  we walked for the  first time in the nature trail ‘Monopati tis Vateris’. It is  located alongside the old town of Kakopetria and the river Klarios.

If you ever find yourself in this charming place, I highly recommend to walk the trail. It’s just a kilometer long with a breathtaking scenery. You can sit on the wooden benches that are placed in various locations, take in the wonderful surroundings and let your imagination run wild.  Walking by the stream you can hear the sound of the running water, the tweeting of the birds and the loud song of the cicadas.

We really enjoyed our walk and the calming effect it had on us. Looking forward to going back soon.