Alexander Nevsky Russian Orthodox Church in Tbilisi
Alexander Nevsky Russian Orthodox Church is located in the neighborhood of Marjanishivli in Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia. Commonly referred to just as "Russian Church".
Along with the church of St. Vladimir in the neighborhood of Vera it is one of two churches in Tbilisi, where the service is performed entirely in Church Slavonic language.
Alexander Nevsky Russian Orthodox Church in Tbilisi
Originally built in 1864 by the donations of the faithful, additional the Holy Synod has allocated 5000 rubles. In 1886, the church bell tower was added. There are two refectory: Alexander Nevsky and St. Nicholas, which was built in 1900 in honor of the Emperor Nicholas II. In 1913, next to…
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Shopping in Tallinn: Ülemiste Mall
Ulemiste shopping mall is the biggest in Estonia, it features more than 210 stores and has a parking lot capable of handling 1300 cars. I don't remember actually why we chose exactly Ulemiste as our shopping destination in Tallinn, most probably somebody recommended it because of Ulemiste being the largest one. We get here by using public bus leaving somewhere from the city center (Don't remember anymore bus number, but ticket price was about one euro)Ulemiste shopping mall in Tallinn, EstoniaBigger and better than ever before, the new Ülemiste Centre is the largest fashion and family centre in Estonia.ÜLEMISTE HIGHLIGHTSA modern, spacious and inspiring shopping and…
China Inn Restaurant in Tallinn
Are you looking for a Chinese restaurant in Estonian capital city of Tallinn? China Inn restaurant located in Tallinn's Old Town might be the right answer.First discovered this venue back in Summer of 2015, during a two day trip to Tallinn. Chinese food is among my favorite food of the World - here at China Inn in Tallinn you can get the same you would get in any other regular Chinese restaurant across the Globe. That's one of the reason I love Chinese restaurants - they have developed restaurant standards almost the same as McDonald's have.China Inn Restaurant is located on the lively Viru street in Tallinn's Old TownStreet Signboard for China Inn restaurant in TallinnThe menu items…
Italian Cemetery
Life is not always about life, sometimes it's about death. Although not a huge fan of cemetery photography, I mus admit - cemeteries are interesting for photography, best if no one you use to loved rests there.During a week long trip to Italy we made a short stop of some of the Italian cemeteries... Feelings after visiting such cemetery? Like from some Gangster movies... Perhaps it would be even more dramatic if following photographs were done in B&WItalian cemetery Ferrari familyAt Italian cemeteryAt Italian cemetery
Enjoying narrow Italian roads and Dancing Waltz in Town Square
It was on the afternoon of January 1st, we had left Venice in the morning and traveled towards Verona, we made a few stops before in some local lovely municipalities. Our car radio was tuned to some Italian radio who played The Vienna Philharmonic New Year's Concert under the baton of Mariss Jansons.Janaury 1st is magical, streets are empty and those at the wheel can enjoy empty roadsEmpty and narrow Italian roadTown square in ItalyWe turned max volume on our car radio and danced for about 5 minutes in this town square. Just lovely, surreal and magical.. Few windows were opened and few curios watched our performance. Thank you Mariss Jansons for great performance.…
Postcards from Tallinn
Tallinn is a small and cool, naval town in Baltic's. I spent here my 30th birthday back in 2015 and here is how I (we) saw it. One of the famous Tallinn towersTallinn's Old TownAir balloon flying over TallinnTowers of TallinnIt's just fascinating to see how well old and new architecture blends in here in TallinnThe times we hadI asked some American tourist to make a capture of us here in Tallinn right next to this lovely wall with inscription - The Times we had. B&W photography seems an excellent choice. Painter in streets of Tallinn
Estonian War of Independence Victory Column
The War of Independence Victory Column is located in Freedom Square, Tallinn,Estonia. It was opened on 23 June 2009 as a memorial for those who fell during the Estonian War of Independence, through which the people of Estonia will be able to commemorate all those who had fought for freedom and independence.The pillar is 23.5 m high and consists of 143 glass plates. The memorial incorporates the Cross of Liberty, Estonia’s most distinguished award established in 1919.I visited this site back in Summer 2015, during a short two day trip to Estonian capital city of Tallinn.For soldiers and civilians killed in action during the Estonian War of…
Something from the Past - Hotel 'London' in Tbilisi
There was a time when after a visit to local literature cafe in Tbilisi, I felt in love with works of Russian poet and writer Mikhail Lermontov. Who knows, maybe it's time to get familiar with another great writer of his time - Knut Hamsun.
In today's Piece of Life photo story series old Hotel "London" in Tbilisi, or about more precisely what's left from old day fame.
Stairways at Hotel London in Tbilisi
I'm amazed of seeing some elements at this building in pretty good shape, despite more than century old history, Soviet times and revolutions. What you can see on walls are very well done 3D paintings probably a century ago.. I wonder how these survived a…
Saint Ekvtime Takaishvili Church in Tbilisi
There is a small church located on Baku street 1, Tbilisi (on the right side from David Aghanashebeli avenue, first cross-street before Tamar Mephe avenue). I have wondered about this church for the couple of the last 3 years, while been living in this neighborhood.
It was day 131/365 from my photo project, when I decided I'll go and photograph exactly this church and probably will learn more about it. So I went...
Saint Ekvtime Takaishvili Church in Tbilisi
I installed a tripod and started to play with panorama techniques (as I couldn't get this building in a horizontal frame), unfortunately weather was not my best friend today and in final image, the skies are totally…
Georgian Tavern Tbilisi in Tallinn
Georgian cuisine lovers rejoice - I have just found another restaurant of Georgian food, this time in Estonian Capital city Tallinn. Discovered by accident during wanderings around Tallinn's Old Town, tried once back in Summer 2015.Shortly I left St Michael's Swedish Church I noticed my darling was sitting on the stairs and finger pointed above her head - I smiled - something so familiar, something close.Georgia Tavern Tbilisi in Tallinn (Ruutli street)I entered this place and spoke out loudly: GAMARJOBA! All I was get in return was some cold faced Estonian skinhead waiter, replying me - what? I repeated - GAMARJOBA! and added SAKARTVELOS! The waiter looked at me as some nut…
St Michael's Swedish Church in Tallinn
St Michael's Church or St Michael's Swedish Church is a Lutheran church used by the Swedish congregation in the old town district of Tallinn, Estonia.We were off in the streets of Old Tallinn wandering what should we see, and I noticed this church and decided to go inside to adjust my church interior photography skills, at this point I didn't yet realized it is a Swedish church nor I had a clue what is the name of this church.St Michael's Church, TallinnSo I went inside looking for some best places to take inside photography, when some church lady approached me and in English started a one way conversations with me telling a harsh history of…
Postcards from Este, Italy
It was sunny January 1st afternoon when we visited Este in northern Italy. One of our first stops in 2016.Este, ItalyOne of the main sights in Este is the Castle Carrarese of EsteRoundabout in EsteI would say a very piccolo roundaboutIce rink in Este town square
Castle Carrarese of Este
It was January 1st, 2016 when we visited Castle Carrarese of Este, during our drive from Venice to Modena. It was our second stop after we enjoyed a cup of cappuccino at lovely Candiana town. Read more: Bar Rialto in Candiana) The castle overlooking the town of Este consists of large master towers and massive walls, about a kilometre long, which embraces the extreme southern edge of the Euganean Hills. This mighty monument bears witness to the important role that the territory of Este played in medieval times.Castle Carrarese of EsteThe oldest part of the fortification is located on the elevated side and consists of a circle of walls with the remains of a church and the…
St. Nicholas' Church, Tallinn
St. Nicholas' Church is a medieval former church in Tallinn, Estonia. It was dedicated to Saint Nicholas, the patron of the fishermen and sailors. Originally built in the 13th century, it was partially destroyed in Soviet Bombing of Tallinn in World War II. It has since been restored and today houses a branch of the Art Museum of Estonia, focusing mainly on ecclesiastical art from the Middle Ages onward. The former church is also used as a concert hall.St. Nicholas' church of Tallinn is located in the Green area in Harju street, TallinnSt. Nicholas' Church in TallinnI could only wish I had photographer skills back there I have now, thanks to my photography…
Green area in Harju street, Tallinn
On the second day's morning, during our short two day trip to Tallinn, we left our hotel and went out to explore city. Soon we were in area which featured parks, gardens and architectural pearls - as I leant latter this place has a special name - Green area in Harju street. It's a pretty lively street in Tallinn, featuring some shops, bookstores and cafeterias. Medieval tower in TallinnNow I can only wonder what is the name of that tower,as we actually didn't visited it. ave you been to Tallinn recently, can you help me out naming this tower? Drop a comment!Green area in Harju streetOutdoor cafeteria at Harju street green area
Georgian National Opera Theater
The Georgian National Opera and Ballet Theater of Tbilisi is an opera house situated on Rustaveli Avenue in Tbilisi,Georgia. Founded in 1851, Tbilisi Opera is the main opera house of Georgia and one of the oldest such establishments in eastern Europe.
Recently gone through 6 years long renovation works, Georgian National Opera and Ballet theater has been opened for public on January 30, 2016.
Tbilisi Opera house on Rustaveli avenue
Since 1896, the theater has resided in an exotic neo-Moorish edifice originally constructed by Victor Johann Gottlieb Schröter, a prominent architect of Baltic German origin.…
Prospero's Books & Coffeehouse in Tbilisi
Those of you looking for a literature in English or perhaps to enjoy a cup of latte, while in Tbilisi there is a great place where to have both - meet Prospero's Books located on Rustaveli avenue.
At Prospero`s Books & Caliban`s Coffeehouse you will be delighted to find : English and other language general books, English Language Teaching Books and Used books that are exchanged for an in-store credit
At Prospero's Bookshop in Tbilisi
Features a cafeteria and lovely yard terrace to enjoy a cup of English tea (perhaps) while reading some good story.
Bookshelves at Prospero's bookstore in Tbilisi
Besides the books, Prospero`s Books also…
Restaurant 'Three crowns' in Tallinn
The restaurant “Three crowns” is located in the heart of Old Town, in the center of street Vene 8. Cheerfully opens the door’s for all people who love well-prepared cuisine, there is combined Estonian and European cuisine with interesting wine list of Old Town and New world. Although hotel we stayed during our short stay in Tallinn also featured a restaurant it ain't no fun eat at you hotel if you can go and eat at neighboring hotels restaurant, right?Three Crowns Restaurant in TallinnAt time we discovered this restaurant I was informed that kitchen will be closed in 20 or something minutes and we can''t actually order any course, but we can have some appetizers and of course some…
Mad Murphy's Irish Pub in Tallinn
Mad Murphy's Irish Pub is located in Tallinn very close to city's town square on Mundi street 2. If you are up to for a Nightlife in Tallinn, make sure you visit this pub,I visited this pub back in Summer of 2015, during our short two days trip to celebrate my thirty birthday, shortly we were checked in at our hotel (Read my review here: St. Olav Hotel in Tallinn) we decided to explore our lively neighborhood, and it was a very lively. It was a warm August evening. Mad Murphy's Irish pub in TallinnI'm not that kind of person who loves to spend his time in bars and pubs, but... what happens in Tallinn, stays in Tallinn. Mad Murphy's pub was a very interesting experience - It was a…