Article originally appeared on Torontolife With its arrow-like purpose, laid out as a great linear axis running north from the edge of Lake Ontario, Yonge Street has been a measure of Toronto’s progress and vitality since its inception, attracting businesses and cultural initiatives that have shaped the city’s identity. As historians have analyzed, Yonge StreetContinue reading “Chronicling the cultural and economic history of Yonge Street and its enduring importance”
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Discover the Coolest Street in the City: A Guide to Exploring Queen Street
A Stroll Through History and Architecture Queen Street is a place where cool, best, and greatest collide. This vibrant thoroughfare has it all: culture, art, music, shopping, dining, history, architecture, and community events. It’s no wonder that it’s considered one of the premier destinations in the city. But don’t just take our word for itContinue reading “Discover the Coolest Street in the City: A Guide to Exploring Queen Street”
The Beauty of Winter: Exploring Toronto in a Snowstorm
Welcome to our 4K walking channel! In this video, we invite you to join us on a snowy stroll down the bustling Yonge Street in Toronto. As the day before Christmas, the city is alive with holiday cheer and the streets are adorned with beautiful Christmas lights and decorations. As we make our way fromContinue reading “The Beauty of Winter: Exploring Toronto in a Snowstorm”
A Winter Wonderland: A Night Walk Through Ottawa During a Snowstorm
It was a cold and snowy day in Ottawa, Canada’s capital city, when I decided to take a walk in the midst of an intense snowstorm. As I stepped out into the wintry wonderland, I was immediately struck by the beauty of my friends snow-covered street and the charming brick houses that lined them. WrappedContinue reading “A Winter Wonderland: A Night Walk Through Ottawa During a Snowstorm”
Soundtrack Your Adventure: The Best Travel Playlists for Any Mood
If you know me, you know that I absolutely love to travel, and I LOVE music. There’s something about discovering new places, trying new foods, and immersing myself in different music scenes which truly excites me. But as much as I love the actual act of traveling, I also love the planning and preparation thatContinue reading “Soundtrack Your Adventure: The Best Travel Playlists for Any Mood”
The Beauty and Science of Ottoman Astronomy.
The Fascinating World of Ottoman Astronomy: Illuminated Manuscripts and Beyond During the Ottoman era, Istanbul was home to a thriving community of astronomers and scientists. These scholars were fascinated by the stars and the mysteries of the universe, and they spent their lives studying the skies and recording their observations. One of the most strikingContinue reading “The Beauty and Science of Ottoman Astronomy.”
Timber! A guide to woodstuffs
While new materials are always showing up at local building supply centres and big box suppliers, some of the most interest materials and more specialized pieces are a still special order. The advantage, though, is that they can be custom-made to size in many cases, saving labour and creating less waste. Another advantage is howContinue reading “Timber! A guide to woodstuffs”
What I Learned Eating Breakfast Around The World
Food is a big part of any culture, and the first meal of the day is important for setting the tone for your new surroundings. In this post I’ve gathered my top breakfast recipes from all the countries I’ve travelled to, including India, Korea, Spain and more.
Pedestrian Streets are Helping Montréal Move on From from Lockdown.
Walking the Pedestrian Streets of Montréal Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante has announced that 10 streets in the city will be pedestrian-only this summer. Montréal is a great city for walking and enjoying public places. Pedestrian streets are very popular in Montréal and are part of the urban landscape, especially during the summer season. They encourageContinue reading “Pedestrian Streets are Helping Montréal Move on From from Lockdown.”
The Iconic Ottoman Explorers who wandered the Empire
The Ottoman Empire was a vast and powerful state that stretched from the Balkans to the Middle East and beyond. During its long and storied history, the Ottoman Empire was home to a number of intrepid explorers who ventured forth to discover new lands and peoples. These explorers hailed from all walks of life andContinue reading “The Iconic Ottoman Explorers who wandered the Empire”
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