A Beautiful Walk in the Park

After yesterday's encounter with the overwhelming throng of tourists in the city centre, I think if I saw another tour guide with a coloured flag or umbrella, I would just have to scream out loud.

Surely there must be some place in this city where I could just escape and enjoy some serenity and solitude. Luckily for me, I found it.

A short walk from my hotel I discovered a huge parkland with an absolutely unpronounceable name. It reminded me a little of Hyde Park in London, albeit without the squirrels. Whatever it was called, it certainly was peaceful, green and deserted. Some of the huge trees were just tinged with the first colours of autumn. And best of all - I virtually had the whole place to myself.

It was such a wonderful feeling to wander without being jostled, hassled or overcharged. I even found a little cafe with a real coffee machine in it. After the stress of the past couple of days, it really was the perfect place to sit, ponder and just relax. I found a seat in the shade, got out my kindle and spent a most enjoyable hour reading and nature watching.

It was exactly what I needed.Read more