andy townend captures the life and soul of belgrade, serbia
Cara Dušana is, for the #2 tram, a little like the home straight on a race track. A good long stretch, tree-lined, without too many curves, a tram can build up a good head of steam. If only the track wasn't under repair. I admire the workers on the line this weekend, temperatures hovering around … Continue reading cara dušana
Architecture, graffiti and design are a signature of belgradestreets. Kralja Petra has all in abundance. And possibly the most interesting clock I have seen in a street for some time...
Kralja Petra is one of the most famous of belgradestreets. Running up from the Orthodox Cathedral, cutting across Knez Mihaila and then on down the hill into Dorćol. A street whose cobbled surface retains memories of times gone by. Full of shops, exclusive and otherwise. Restaurant, cafes and bars. The ? kafana sits across from … Continue reading kralja petra
I have always loved books, reading and losing myself in a good bookstore. One of my earliest memories of childhood was my first visit to a library, being captivated by the rows of books. Their colours, the smell of the books, magic, mystery and marvels awaiting the opening of the first page. The bookstores that … Continue reading књижаре
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
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
today has been an exciting day... i finally decided to dip a tentative toe into the world of publishing and have just placed a first collection of images from belgradestreets on the blurb online bookstore thank you for visiting belgradestreets more streets to come soon always looking for new inspiration and suggestions for streets to … Continue reading belgradestreets on blurb
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