La Sagrada Familia
I have often wondered how a medieval cathedral would have appeared to a medieval person. Construction of the present Chartres … Continue reading La Sagrada Familia
Author: Malcolm
Malcolm Glenny is a keen cyclist and enjoys cycle touring around the world.
Catalonian Romanesque
The Museu Nacionàl d’Art de Catalunya in Barcelona – more easily referred to as the National Museum – holds a … Continue reading Catalonian Romanesque
Palau de la Mùsica Catalana
It seems that there is not only a strong streak of independence running through Catalonia, but also a democratic theme. … Continue reading Palau de la Mùsica Catalana
Greenwich: Time and Place
There is likely no better place in the world to ponder time and place than in the courtyard of the … Continue reading Greenwich: Time and Place
Durham
The towers of Durham cathedral were immediately visible from the moment I rode out of the railway station courtyard. This … Continue reading Durham
Tour de France 2016
I first watched the Tour de France fly past in 1975 when Eddie Merckx was in his pomp, but have … Continue reading Tour de France 2016
Lessay: Abbaye de Sainte Trinité
The village of Lessay is situated in Lower Normandy, about five kilometres from the Atlantic coast. The abbey of the … Continue reading Lessay: Abbaye de Sainte Trinité
Rouen cathedral: ‘Les Illuminations’
Rouen cathedral is tailor-made for a light show. The west façade of the cathedral is not just tall, as … Continue reading Rouen cathedral: ‘Les Illuminations’
Conques
I don’t consider myself particularly emotional, but I remember clearly several occasions in my life when the tears have flowed. … Continue reading Conques
Le Col du Tourmalet: “because it’s there”
Tuesday 15 September 2015 Sometimes in life there are things you just have to do. It’s not about bucket lists … Continue reading Le Col du Tourmalet: “because it’s there”