~ European adventures ~
Exploring Finnish creativity at the Design Museum in Helsinki
Initially established as a study collection for the arts and crafts school, the Design Museum in Helsinki is one of the world’s oldest museums dedicated to design, tracing its origins back to 1873.
Understanding the history of Danish Science at Copenhagen’s Round tower
Built in the 17th century during the reign of King Christian IV, the Round Tower, or Rundetaarn in Danish, is one of Copenhagen’s most iconic landmarks and a testament to the city’s rich history and architectural ingenuity.
Exploring the Energy Discovery Centre in Tallinn
Housed in a historic power station building originally constructed in 1913, the Energy Discovery Centre in Tallinn, Estonia, is an engaging science and technology museum dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of energy, electricity, and physics.
Seeing the exquisite Baroque library inside Prague’s Clementinium
Located in the historic Clementinum complex, the Baroque Library Hall in the Clementinum in Prague is one of the most stunning examples of Baroque architecture and artistry in Europe
Finding Narva castle, the most eastern castle in the European Union
Facing the Russian fortress of Ivangorod across the river, Narva Castle, also known as Hermann Castle, stands on the banks of the Narva River in Estonia, marking the easternmost boundary of the European Union.
Learning more about the incredible artist, Frida Kahlo at the Royal Lazienki Museum in central Warsaw
This immersive ‘Colour of Life’ exhibition at the Royal Łazienki Museum in central Warsaw, offered an intimate glimpse into the life and art of one of the 20th century’s most iconic artists, Frida Kahlo.
Experiencing space in Copenhagen’s incredible Planetarium
Opened in 1989, the Planetarium in Copenhagen is an incredible destination for astronomy and space enthusiasts.
Learning about the future of Robotics at Robotex International
Attending the Robotex International Robotics Festival, held at Tallinn’s Unibet Arena, this year was a fun experience, packed with groundbreaking technology, cool competitions and inspiring ideas!
Seeing Larissa Sansour’s fascinating work in the Amos Rex museum, Helsinki
When we visited the Amox Rex museum, the main exhibition was from Larissa Sansour, a prominent Palestinian-Danish artist whose multidisciplinary work explores themes of identity, memory, and the intersection of politics and culture.
A tour around ‘The Battery’, an eerie, abandoned soviet prison with a terrible history
Patarei Prison (‘The Battery’ in English), located in Tallinn, Estonia, is a chilling and historically significant site that reflects the nation’s turbulent history, that we had a chance to tour in winter 2024.
Learning about SpaceTech in the ‘City of Space’
From November 19 to 21, 2024, the Messe Bremen in Germany hosted the SpaceTech Expo Europe, the continent’s largest trade fair dedicated to space technology.
Understanding Baltic culture at the Modern Art Museum in Vilnius
Located in the heart of the city, the MO Museum in Vilnius is a prominent cultural landmark dedicated to modern and contemporary art that’s definitely worth visiting if you’re in the city!
Exploring the UNESCO-listed Belvedere Palace Gardens in Vienna, Austria
The Belvedere Palace and Gardens in Vienna are a stunning example of Baroque architecture and landscape design, and they play a significant role in the city’s cultural and historical heritage. The complex consists of two magnificent palaces—Upper Belvedere and Lower Belvedere—connected by a vast, meticulously designed garden.
Seeing the decaying yet fascinating, Kreenholm factory at the very edge of Europe
After hearing about a ghostly relic from the last century, we decided to travel to the furthest reaches of Europe to visit a decaying but fascinating former factory located on an island next to the Russian border.
Seeing Prague castle up close
Prague Castle stands as the centrepiece of Prague’s skyline, a majestic complex that embodies centuries of Czech history and architectural splendour.
Experiencing the bohemian spirit of the Uzupis district in Vilnius, Lithuania
Often compared to Montmartre in Paris or Freetown Christiania in Copenhagen, Užupis is known for its bohemian spirit, artistic community, and independent character. The district is situated just across the Vilnia River, which separates it from the historic Old Town of Vilnius, making it both central and slightly secluded.
Understanding the world at Universum science museum, Bremen, Germany
The Universum, located in Bremen, Germany, is a highly interactive science museum that combines learning with highly interactive entertainment – a combination we loved!
Known for its striking architectural design—resembling a metallic whale or a futuristic clam shell (see below)—it captivated us before we even stepped inside.
Photosynthesis: seeing the Shepard Fairey exhibition at Fotografiska, Tallinn
Shepard Fairey's Photo Synthesis exhibition at Fotografiska Tallinn is a wonderful, intricate and impactful exploration of his artistic journey, running until March 2025.
Catching ‘The Mystery of Banksy — A Genius Mind: The unauthorised exhibition'
Despite not featuring a single Banksy original, we were excited to visit an unauthorised Banksy exhibition that’s been touring around Europe since 2021.
Seeing Warsaw from the top of the Palace of Culture and Science (aka the ‘PKiN’)
The Palace of Culture and Science, known as Pałac Kultury i Nauki (PKiN) in Polish, is a prominent skyscraper in central Warsaw, and one of the city's most iconic landmarks.