
Errors CommunitySofia P.Travel ScorecardCountries See cities Map Loading! Travel ScorecardSee countries Cities ![]() Asia Turkey: Cesme Turkey: Izmir Turkey: Kusadasi Turkey: Pamukkale Turkey: Selcuk Europe Czech Republic: Prague Greece: Arachova Greece: Athens Greece: Chios Greece: Delphi Greece: Edessa Greece: Ioannina Greece: Livadia Greece: Nafplion Greece: Nisos Chrysi Greece: Nisos Evvoia Greece: Nisos Kriti Greece: Nisos Thira Greece: Patrai Greece: Pirgos Greece: Thessaloniki Greece: Thivai Greece: Trikala Greece: Volos Italy: Fiesole Italy: Florence Italy: Reggio di Calabria Italy: Rome Netherlands: Amsterdam Netherlands: Delft Netherlands: s-Gravenhage Portugal: Lisboa Spain: Barcelona Spain: Cadiz Spain: Figueras Spain: Granada Spain: Madrid Spain: Malaga Spain: Nerja Spain: Sevilla United Kingdom: London United Kingdom: Oxford United Kingdom: Windsor Sofia has been to 43 cities and 8 countries and counting... Worldly: is a scout Danger: likes a little risk Roughing it: likes a bug-free bed and hot showers Shrewdness: can dodge thieves and survive touts Off the beaten track: likes popular destinations Depth of Knowledge: has written a book's worth Overall TravelCred score: 1402 PhotosSofia P. has 0 photos. General Gallery Loading photos, please wait ... Page 1 of 10 My Reviews![]() Kusadasi, Aegean Region, Turkey ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 Kusadasi , one of Turkey's principle holiday resorts, with many many visitors... ![]() Rome, Lazio Region, Italy ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 A fairytale city.... Rome has a glorious monumentality that it wears without reverence. ![]() Chios, Northern Aegean Islands, Greece ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 Amaizing medieval villages!!! Mesta... Anavatos... Pyrgi... Avgonyma.............. ![]() Sevilla, Andalucía Region, Spain ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 Sevilla lies on the banks of the Guadalquivir and is one of the largest historical centres in Europe, it has the minaret of La Giralda, the cathedral (one of the largest in Christendom), and the Alcázar Palace. Part of its treasure include Casa de Pilatos, Torre del Oro, the Town Hall, Archive of the Indies (where the historical records of the American continent are kept), the Fine Arts Museum (the second largest picture gallery in Spain) , plus convents, parish churches and palaces. ![]() Florence, Tuscany Region, Italy ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 Florence's museums, palaces, and churches house some of the greatest artistic treasures in the world. ![]() Fiesole, Tuscany Region, Italy ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 Fiesole is a pretty town in the scenic hills above Florence with Etruscan roots, Roman ruins, and views of Florence on clear days. In summer, there are breezes to cool the temperature and outdoor performances in the Roman Amphitheater.Fiesole makes a good day trip or a good base for those who don't want to stay right in the city. ![]() Barcelona, Catalonia Region, Spain ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 Only for funs of Salvador Dali... ![]() Madrid, Madrid Region, Spain ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 The largest and most beautiful of all Madrid's parks is the Retiro. It has 130 hectares of woodland which form a green, tree-clad (more than 15.000 trees) island in the middle of an asphalt sea. One may enter it through any of the fine gateways. These are located in the Plaza de la Independencia, the Calle de Alcalá, the Calle de O'Donnell, and the Calle de Alfonso XII. White stone figures of the Kings and Queen of Spain peep out from the avenues of lofty tees and thick bushes, and just inside the park there is a large artificial lake where row-boats can be hired. The park also has its rose garden, as well as the Cecilio Rodríguez gardens and many delightful secluded nooks where strollers can enjoy a little privacy. In the middle of the park there are two buildings known as the Palacio de Velázquez and Palacio de Cristal, where art exhibitions are sometimes held. ![]() Barcelona, Catalonia Region, Spain ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 Park Guell was commissioned by Eusebi Güell who wanted to create a stylish park for Barcelona aristocracy. The park contains amazing stone structures, stunning tiling and fascinating buildings. ![]() Patrai, Western Greece, Ionian Islands & Peloponnese, Greece ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 A lot of visitors. The most famous carnabal in Greece. ![]() Lisboa, Lisbon & Surrounds Region, Portugal ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 Bairro Alto (literally upper quarter in ) is an area of central Lisbon. It functions as a residential, shopping and entertainment district. Today, the Bairro Alto is the heart of Lisbon's youth and of the Portuguese capital's nightlife. Lisbon's scenes, all have the Bairro as their home, due to the number of clubs and bars dedicated to each of them. The Portugal's national song, still survives in the new Lisbon's nightlife. The crowd is a mix of local and tourist and almost anything else imagined. ![]() Delphi, Greece ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 At the foot of Mount Parnassos, within the angle formed by the twin rocks of the Phaedriades, lies the Pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, which had the most famous oracle of ancient Greece. Delphi was regarded as the centre of the world. According to mythology, it is here that the two eagles sent out by Zeus from the ends of the universe to find the navel of the world met. The sanctuary of Delphi, set within a most spectacular landscape, was for many centuries the cultural and religious centre and symbol of unity for the Hellenic world. ![]() Nisos Chrysi, Greece ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 In the wonder of the Libyan sea, the journey is usually in the company of herring seagulls, while occasionally dolphins play within sight. After almost an hour's sailing, the boats approach the southern coast of the island, which is normally more sheltered. Passengers disembark at "Vougiou Mati" where there is a small wharf and the reception area. Within the day trip the visitor has enough time to walk around Chrisi, bathe in its crystal clear green-blue waters. ![]() Selcuk, Aegean Region, Turkey ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 The Basilica of Sant John (St. Jean Aniti) was a great church in Ephesus constructed by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century. It stands over the believed burial site of St. John, who is identified as the apostle, evangelist (author of the Fourth Gospel) and prophet (author of Revelation).The basilica is on the slopes of Ayasoluk Hill near the center of Selçuk, just below the fortress and about 3.5 km (2 miles) from Ephesus. ![]() Pamukkale, Aegean Region, Turkey ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 Romans baths with a lot of visitors. You can take your bath too, eat or just relax... ![]() Cadiz, Andalucía Region, Spain ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 The most famous carnabal in Spain. ![]() Chania, Crete Island, Greece ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 Its a very nice place to go and people watch. With a couple of beers and a good meal at one of the cafes. ![]() Nerja, Andalucía Region, Spain ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 The Balcón de Europa, a mirador or viewpoint which gives stunning views across the sea, is in the centre of the old town. ![]() Selcuk, Aegean Region, Turkey ![]() Added Sep 9, 2009 Wonderful archaeological site with a great landscape! The lowdown on Sofia P.What's this person like as a travel companion? What do their friends really think? Random schtuff Be the first to leave a comment! Compliments Be the first to leave a comment! Bonding moments Be the first to leave a comment! Insights Be the first to leave a comment! Spill the beans. Enquiring eyes want to know. Updates on Sofia's World! |
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