Tag: reflections

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5 Beautiful Libraries in the World

I'm an architecture nerd, and I've seen my fair share of stunning libraries-- historic and futuristic-- on my travels. From the classical to present day, there's something so satisfying about books lined from floor to ceiling in symmetry, offering a wide array of knowledge while also aesthetically-pleasing. It's easy to walk in and wander through … Continue reading 5 Beautiful Libraries in the World

california, los angeles, North America, Travel, united states

Lost in LA: Silver Lake

The hills of Silver Lake (March 2025) Located in northeast Los Angeles County, the neighborhood of Silver Lake is a small, but trendy place known for its eponymous reservoir and notable bohemian community. It is an area popular with young professionals and artists to live in and hang out among the numerous cafés, boutique shops, … Continue reading Lost in LA: Silver Lake

Maryland, North America, Travel, united states

Destination: Bethesda, Maryland

Capital Crest Trail (April 2025) Washington, D.C. is not considered a US state, but rather a federal district. Given its small size, as well as the relatively-small sizes of the states on the East Coast, it makes for easy trips outside of the capital. In fact, D.C.'s public transport connects the neighboring states (Virginia and … Continue reading Destination: Bethesda, Maryland

North America, Travel, united states, Washington, D.C.

Destination: Washington, D.C. (Visiting Adams-Morgan & Georgetown, Ethiopian Food for Dinner– PART 2)

Healy Hall of Georgetown University (April 2025) Continuing our first full day in Washington, D.C., my partner and I wrapped up our visit of the Renwick Gallery and decided to spontaneously catch the metro to Bethesda, where we spent part of the afternoon in town (more on it later). It was my first time visiting … Continue reading Destination: Washington, D.C. (Visiting Adams-Morgan & Georgetown, Ethiopian Food for Dinner– PART 2)