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Poland – Poznan: City and Region
Poznan is a city in west-central Poland with about 570,000 inhabitants. Located on the Warta River, it is one of the oldest cities in Poland, making it an important historical centre and a vibrant centre of trade, industry, and education. Poznan´ is Poland’s fifth largest city and fourth biggest industrial centre. It is also the
Poland – Wieliczka: Salt Mines
The Wieliczka Salt Mine, located in the town of Wieliczka, is within Poland’s Kraków metropolitan area. It had been until 2007 in continuous operation, producing table salt, since the 13th century. It was one of the world’s oldest operating salt mines. The mine reaches down to a depth of 327 meters (1000 feet) and is
Poland – Wroclaw City & Antonin Region
In the Antonin area (south central) is the famous Radziwill Hunting Palace (photos 1-17) of the famous 19th century Polish aristocratic Radziwill family but now well known as the place where Frederick Chopin visited (1827 and 1829) and performed. In this beautiful yet rustic 4-story wood ‘palace’ today are held concerts in the composer’s honor.
Poland – Zakopane
Zakopane is a town in southern Poland with some 30,000 inhabitants. The town, a place of Góral culture and informally known as "the winter capital of Poland," lies at the foot of the Tatra Mountains, the only alpine mountain range in the Carpathian Mountains. It is an appealing tourist town with its forests and streams
Gay Life in Romania
Introduction Modern Romania is a mix of new liberal ideas against a dense tradition of conservative rural customs. For the LGBT community, the conflict is significant as Romania moves into a new century, a new economy and new influences from the European Union with its forward-thinking pro-gay policies. The difficult culture clash is led by
Romania – Bucharest City
Read the story about gay Romania.
Romania – Bucharest to Sucevita
From Bucharest going north through Ploiesti, Sinaia, Brasov to the monasteries north of Piatra-Neamt and in Sucevita. Read the story about gay Romania
Romania – Moldovita to Cluj
Moldovita Monastery west to Sighetu Marmatiel city then south to Clij-Napoca city. Read the story about gay Romania
Romania – Sighisoara to Sibiu
Sighisoara city south and west to Hunedoara and south to Sibiu. Read the story about gay Romania
Romania – Hunedoara to Constanta
Hunedoara southwest through Baile Herculane, Targu Jiu city and east to Constanta on the Black Sea. Read the story about gay Romania
Gay Russia 2006
Introduction: The following two stories about LGBT folks in Russia are by guest writers who have been to the major gay cities in Russia–Moscow and St. Petersburg. My own experience of Russia last year was far away in Siberia via the Trans-Siberian railroad from Beijing to Ekaterinburg then back to Vladivostok. The cities along the
It’s Normal to be Gay: Worldwide Gay Survey
Intro: Despite daunting persecution of gays in many countires, a guest author surveys mid-nineties optimistic gains in gay expression, gay pride activity and legal status around the world. Bangkok by John Duvoli The Economist Revised June 1, 2008 Photos by Richard Ammon Across the world a radical idea about homosexuals is gaining ground:
Slovenia – Ljubljana City 2009 (3)
Ljubljana has a diversity of scenes, from the quietly flowing Ljubljanica River to the sprawling University with a free Internet cafe) to the remnant walls of an ancient Roman city. Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia with about 370,000 population and has diverse architectural styles as can be seen in this gallery. Slovenia’s most renown
Slovenia – Ljubljana City 2009 (1)
Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia with about 370,000 population and has diverse architectural styles as can be seen in this gallery. Slovenia’s most renown architect was Joze Plecnik (1872-1957) whose work is seen throughout the city. He was also a city planner and designed numerous public spaces especially along the Ljubljanica River that flows
Slovenia – Ljubljana City 2009 (2)
Ljubljana has many sculptural and artisitic details in it architecture, fountains, walls and bridges, ranging from classic bronze dragons to alternative artists. Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia with about 370,000 and has diverse architectural styles as can be seen in this gallery. Slovenia’s most renown architect was Jose Plecnik (1872-1957) whose work is seen
Slovenia – Predjama Castle
An hour’s drive southwest of Ljubjana is the impressive 16th century Castle of Predjama. The castle was probably built in the 12th century. It is located in the middle of a 123 meter high overhanging limestone cliff at the entrance of a cave. Beneath the castle the Lovka stream runs into another cave. Read the
Slovenia – Train Travels
The 3-hour ride between the Croatian capitol of Zagreb and the Slovenian capitol of Ljubljana passes through pastoral farmlands and rugged mountains as the rail tracks follow the route of the Sava River. Read the story about gay Slovenia
Slovenia – Ptuj City
A train trip from the capital city of Ljubljana through the scenic countryside to the picturesque and charming provincial capitol of Ptuj. Most of the way the tracks follow the valley of the Sava River. Ptuj is a city and one of 11 urban municipalities in Slovenia. It is situated in Lower Styria (northeastern Slovenia),
Gay Spain: A Modern Model of Progress and Fun
Intro: many LGBT folks don’t think of Spain as a frontrunner in the gay rights movement but they are greatly mistaken. In June of 2005 the Spanish government approved full marriage rights for homosexual couples, becoming only the third country in the world to offer that status. But far beyond this one statuary change is
Spain – Madrid (1)
Random images from downtown Madrid beginning with numerous views inside the wondrous Archeology Museum. Then various architectural beauties such as churches, fresco facades and the king’s palace.
Spain – Madrid (2)
More random images from Madrid’s beautiful city center
Spain – Madrid: Chueca District
The Chueca District is home to much of the LGBT community in Madrid, but not all. There are boutique clothing stores with the usual erotic displays, many cafes and pubs and shops. The Berkana Bookstore is a landmark venue with literature, videos, small cafe and gifts. The COGAM gay center is also in this area
Spain – El Escorial
El Escorial is one of Europe’s largest and most magnificent royal buildings. It’s a palace, basilica, monastery, art gallery, museum, library and royal mausoleum first started in the 16th century. This architectural wonder overflows with great sculpture, paintings, frescos, inlaid wood and marble, stunning tapestries, extensive gardens and an incomparable mausoleum where Spain’s deceased royalty
Spain – Almagro & Calatrava
Almagro, a charming town of 14,000 declared as a Historic-Artistic Site, lies in the county of Campo de Calatrava near Ciudad Real, south of Madrid. The history of this town in La Mancha is closely linked to the history of the theatre, as one can appreciate in the Open Air Theatre, the National Theatre Museum