Barcelona makes for a lovely city break. With a well-defined Old Town, 19th Century suburbs full of interesting architecture, beaches, mountains and more, there’s something here for everyone, particularly if you like your culture mixed with beach bars and late night dinners. Barcelona For Culture Lovers: An Introduction I recently had the opportunity of travelling […]
It’s time for the Salterton Arts Review’s annual tradition of welcoming in the new year by reflecting on this year’s cultural highlights. It’s the 2023 countdown! The 2023 Countdown: A Year In Review Looking back at my post from this time last year, I had urged myself in 2023 not to overdo things by trying […]
The Thames River Police Museum is a delightful treasure trove of objects and documents relating to the oldest continually serving police force in the world. The Oldest Police Force? I must apologise first of all to the good folks of the Thames River Police. When I wrote some time ago about the history of policing […]
My first visit to the Museum of the Home since its 2021 reopening under a new name is an opportunity to see what has changed, and what has stayed the same in Hoxton’s hidden gem. The Museum Of The Home: A Short History It’s been a while since I last visited the Museum of the […]
A trip to Agra is almost a must-do for visitors to Delhi or Jaipur. But what is there to see other than the Taj Mahal, and what’s the best way to go about your trip? Agra For Culture Lovers: An Overview If you’re in Agra, let’s be honest: it’s for the Taj Mahal. It’s one […]
India’s first planned city, Jaipur is a delightful spot. Although you could easily spend a few days here, it’s also possible for travellers with limited time to get a feel for the Pink City. A Short Visit To Jaipur During my recent visit to India, I first visited Hyderabad and Bengaluru (from which you may […]
On a short trip to Bengaluru there is a lot to see and do. Too much for 24 hours, but as travelers we must sometimes do our best to see what we can in the time available. 24 Hours In Bengaluru In our last post, we tried to catch a glimpse of Hyderabad old and […]
For the culture lover on a business trip to Hyderabad, you may feel the pull of wanting to get out and explore the city like a tourist. The following guide suggests some ways to make use of limited time in order to still get a feel for a vibrant and multi-layered city. Mixing Business And […]
The Father and the Assassin features an unexpectedly charming murderer, a wonderfully evocative set and score, and a talented cast. The Father And The Assassin I didn’t think a play about the man who murdered Gandhi would be so funny. And yet Anupama Chandrasekhar’s play The Father and the Assassin, now in its second run […]
A Midsummer Night’s Dream in the ultimate pastoral production by sustainable touring company The Handlebards. The Handlebards: Taking Shakespeare Back To Its Roots The thing about Shakespeare is… well there are a lot of things about Shakespeare. His mastery of language. The timeless themes. The complex characters. And the fact that some of his plays […]
