andy townend captures the life and soul of belgrade, serbia
A final set of images from my contemplative weekend walk around the parks in the centre of Belgrade. Across the street from the fountains of Андрићев Венац, another small park composed of a few terraced areas shaded by trees. Along the side, steps run down past faded buildings. Graffiti once more adorns the walls. We … Continue reading kosovke devojke
"Earth has not anything to show more fair: Dull would be he of soul who could pass by A sight so touching in its majesty: This city now doth, like a garment, wear The beauty of the morning; silent bare, Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie Open unto the fields, and to the sky; … Continue reading stari savski most
Graffiti is a hallmark of belgradestreets. Not just the streets, sometimes it seems that any vertical surface is pressed into service as a canvas to express someone's ideas. I captured these images during my visit to the station on Saturday. I feel they deserve a post of their own, I hope you agree. The messages … Continue reading возови и графити
Flower power still has meaning. All week there have been plants and flowers for sale in Manjež. A park which, if you have seen some of my earlier posts, you may know is one of my favourites here on belgradestreets. I don't feel this post needs too many words, I just wanted to share some … Continue reading a little colour
Railway stations are the stuff of romantic dreams, assignations and intrigue. Countless films have revolved around journeys by train, the destinations, the lives of those who travel, or simply sit drinking coffee, waiting... There is something about the atmosphere of anticipation that lifts the spirit. Carriages lined up, waiting to be hauled off to far … Continue reading glavna železnička stanica
The walkway along the banks of the cава is abuzz with life in summer. In winter only the brave run along the icy banks. Spring sees the cafes and restaurants on the floating river boats that line the river throw open their doors once more. Workmen busy around the floating night clubs making preparations for … Continue reading cава
Трг Републике or Republic Square lies close to the heart of Belgrade. A popular meeting point for locals and tourists. The home of a mobile blood bank. Once the site of the Stambol Gate at the time when Belgrade was surrounded by a moat. The only water in evidence now the fountain in the terraced … Continue reading Трг Републике
The moon fascinates and intrigues us. Always there, familiar, so close and yet so far. Joining all who look at it, wherever they are. The moon has long influenced our lives. Its pull affects the tides. Its natural cycles coincide with our seasons, internal rhythms, moods, feelings. As a child, I was intoxicated by the … Continue reading full moon over belgradestreets
Kalenić pijaca is one of Belgrade's wonderful green markets. Situated at the end of Njegoševa, surrounded by cafes and restaurants, kafanas. Just about anything you may wish to buy is on offer here. Although the first thing that caught my eye was a display of bags for vacuüm cleaners. Small shops, groceries, bakeries, fishmongers and … Continue reading kalenić pijaca
Graffiti adorns streetscapes across the world. Graffiti on belgradestreets is an exemplar of the art. Art for art's sake. Images with colour, imagination and fantasy to brighten a dull day. Graffiti on graffiti. Using the message to convey the message. Humour. Promoting pop culture. Is Kate really still lost? Must get round to watching that … Continue reading love, lost, trafficking and art, more graffiti
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