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Gothenburg at night breathes a quiet, brooding poetry.

The cobbled streets glisten under the dim orange glow of streetlamps, their reflections trembling in rain-slicked tram tracks.

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Gothenburg Nights

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This is the Atomium—equal parts architectural marvel, historical relic, and cultural symbol. It’s not just a building; it’s a story told in stainless steel, one that bridges science fiction dreams with post-war optimism.

The Atomium: Born from a Bold Vision

The Atomium wasn’t meant to be permanent. In fact, it was originally built for the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair (Expo 58)—the first World Expo held after World War II and a landmark event for Europe. 

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Its unique shape is no accident. The Atomium is a representation of an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times, a tribute to the atomic age and the scientific optimism of the 1950s. This was an era when atoms weren’t associated with bombs and fear, but with boundless potential. The idea was simple yet powerful: to turn science into spectacle, and to make the invisible—atomic structure—visible on a monumental scale.

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At 102 meters tall, with nine interconnected spheres (each 18 meters in diameter) linked by tubes and escalators, the Atomium defied both architectural norms and engineering limitations of its time. Waterkeyn’s original concept was for a structure of tubes only, but the Polaks insisted on adding spheres, which ultimately gave the Atomium its now-iconic look.

Between 2004 and 2006, the Atomium underwent a €26 million makeover. The dull aluminum cladding was replaced with gleaming stainless steel, internal infrastructure was upgraded, and new exhibition spaces were added. Today, it’s not just a historical remnant—it’s a fully functioning museum and cultural venue.

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shanomag article at : https://shanomag.com/2025/09/06/from-atom-to-icon-the-surreal-legacy-of-brussels-atomium/#more-1467

From Atom to Icon: The Surreal Legacy of Brussels’ Atomium

Travel

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Drinking sidra in Gijón is a full cultural experience. It’s not just about the taste — it’s about the ritual, the sound, the tradition. 

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You watch as the bottle is lifted high above the head and the cider is poured into the glass from a distance, in a move called escanciar. The pour aerates the drink, waking it up with a bit of sparkle. You only drink a small amount at a time — a culín — and you never let it sit too long. 

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Locals toss the last sip on the ground as part of the custom. The taste is sharp, fresh, and slightly funky — a true expression of Asturias. In Gijón, sidra isn’t just a drink; it’s part of the rhythm of daily life.

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Sippin’ sidra in Gijón like a true Asturian

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Kopachi is a former village near Chernobyl, Ukraine, just south-west of the Pripyat River Basin. After the Chernobyl disaster in 1986, the village was contaminated by fallout and subsequently evacuated and is now within the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone; and thus has been abandoned since 1986.

Kopachi Village - Chernobyl Region

In Spain, the Bulls are everywhere.

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The palace was built for entrepreneur Ermengildo Castiglioni, who chose architect Giuseppe Sommaruga because of his anticonventional solutions.

During WW2 the furniture was destroyed by the US army that occupied it in 1945-46 and used it as wood for heating. Only decorations, facades, iron work and lamps were saved. 

Main Entrance Decorations of Palazzo Castiglioni in Milano

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Street Art from Barcelona

Memento mori Barcelona

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Street Art from Barcelona

Proof of details

Not anymore. Now, we are living in cheap and ugly time.

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Cathedral of Barcelona

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Castellfollit de la Roca is one of Spain's most stunning villages, perched dramatically atop a 50-meter-high basalt cliff formed by ancient volcanic lava flows.

The village, located in Catalonia, spans less than 1 square kilometer, making it one of the smallest municipalities in the region.

Its historic center is characterized by narrow, cobblestone streets and charming medieval buildings constructed with volcanic rock, blending seamlessly with the natural landscape.

From the viewpoint at the Sant Salvador Church, visitors can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the confluence of the Fluvià and Toronell rivers below.

The basalt cliff that Castellfollit de la Roca sits on is a geological marvel, created by overlapping lava flows from two different volcanic eruptions over thousands of years.

Travel while you stack

Castellfollit de la Roca - Livin' on the Edge

Design

Moroccan Zellij Mosaics

It was a great journey through Casablanca, Fez, Rabat and Tangier. I will definitely return one day. Amazing place. 

No, I'm not. I just visited Morocco a month ago and sharing some photos from there. 

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The pieces were typically of different colours and fitted together to form various patterns on the basis of tessellations, most notably elaborate Islamic geometric motifs such as radiating star patterns composed of various polygons.

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Casablanca's gates designs 

Proof of Design

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Some morning vibes from the streets of Casablanca, Morocco. 

Proof of Casablanca

Sagrada Familia

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Sahara Familia ;)  auto-correction is nuts.
Congratulation for your achievement. Sagrada Familia is one of the greatest cathedrals in the world and must see location. Adding my image of the same windows you used as background.
Happy travells 

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The Parque de las Ciencias (Science Park), part of the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias in Valencia, Spain, is an innovative complex dedicated to scientific and cultural education. 

It features a variety of interactive exhibits that encourage hands-on learning in areas such as physics, biology, and technology. 

The park’s architecture is as impressive as its contents, with ultra-modern buildings designed by architect Santiago Calatrava, creating a futuristic ambiance. 

Key attractions include the Museo de las Ciencias Príncipe Felipe, an expansive science museum, and the L’Hemisfèric, an eye-shaped IMAX cinema and planetarium. 

This complex is a popular destination for both locals and tourists, blending education with entertainment in a visually stunning setting.

Proof of Jam

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The Museu de les Ciències - Valencia, Spain