Valletta, Malta, was home to the Order of Saint John the Baptist from 1533 until Napoleon conquered the island in 1798. The Grand Master ran the order, and his palace was the home of government for that time. Here are a few highlights from my visit.
An unusual exhibit at the Museum of Popular Art traces the history and role of basketmaking, up to the present
The path to Magritte at the Magritte Museum is paved with interesting connections
A geothermal spring is a popular stopping spot on the road between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai
Some large building murals from downtown Boise are featured today.
Even in our era of free-form buildings and unusual facades, this 1897 Art Nouveau gem is, well, a gem
Jonathan L stopped in at a historic cafe for an espresso while visiting Valletta, Malta
Jonathan L loved seeing the variety of balconies in the city of Valletta, Malta
