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Travel #Photography by world traveler Johannes Oppewal (88 countries and counting) 🗺️📍📸Follow my Art Journey at @bitpopart
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traveltelly 6 months ago
Sneek in Friesland, the Netherlands✍️🇳🇱📍🗺️ #photography #travel #photostr #netherlands #nostr #traveltelly
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traveltelly 6 months ago
🍞 Traditional bakery de Haan in Sneek - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Traditional bakery de Haan in Sneek, Friesland, The Netherlands Bakkerij de Haan is a traditional bakery in Sneek, located very close to the iconic Waterpoort, in a charming old building on Hoogend 15. It’s known for fresh breads, pastries, and classic Frisian specialties like oranjekoek, suikerbrood, vanillestaafjes, and eierkoeken. Tips: • Location: Just a short walk from the Waterpoort—perfect for grabbing a treat before or after sightseeing. • What to try: Don’t miss the oranjekoek (with almond, spice, and glaze), suikerbrood (sweet bread with sugar), and other regional “Friese” favorites. • Service: Friendly staff are proud of their craft—ask for a recommendation or story about their specialties. 📍 Location in 15, Hoogend, Sneek, Súdwest-Fryslân, Frisia, Netherlands, 8601 AD, Netherlands 🏷️ Category: bakery image #review #nostr #reviewstr #traditional #bakery #de haan #sneek #friesland #the netherlands #europe #travel
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traveltelly 6 months ago
🏛 Marseillan coastal town - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Marseillan coastal town in France Marseillan is a laid‑back coastal town on the Étang de Thau, with a historic center, lively port, nearby sandy beaches at Marseillan Plage, famous oysters, and the Noilly Prat vermouth distillery. 📍 Location in Quai de la Résistance, Marseillan, Montpellier, Hérault, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 34340, France 🏷️ Category: landmarks image #review #nostr #reviewstr #marseillan #coastal #town #france #travel
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traveltelly 6 months ago
🏖 Sète beaches - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Sète beaches in France Sète boasts 12km of golden sandy beaches stretching along the Lido between the Mediterranean Sea and the Thau Lagoon. Popular beaches like Lazaret and La Corniche are close to town, while others such as La Fontaine, Quilles, Lido, La Baleine, Trois Digues, Jalabert, Castellas, and Vassal offer a mix of lively, family-friendly areas and wild, peaceful stretches. Many beaches have earned Blue Flag status for cleanliness and water quality. Tips: • Easy Access: Lazaret and La Corniche are closest to the center—great for a quick swim or walk from town. • Family-Friendly: La Fontaine and Quilles are known for gentle waters, playgrounds, and lifeguard stations. • Active & Natural: La Baleine and Trois Digues are ideal for kitesurfing, windsurfing, or quieter sunbathing among the dunes. 📍 Location in Accès n°67, Sète, Montpellier, Hérault, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 34200, France 🏷️ Category: beach image #review #nostr #reviewstr #sète #beach #france #europe #mediterranean sea
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traveltelly 6 months ago
🏛 Canal in Sète - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Sète in southern France Sète, known as the “Venice of Languedoc,” is a lively Mediterranean port city famed for its network of canals, seafood, and vibrant cultural life. Founded in 1666 as the maritime outlet of the Canal du Midi, it sits between the sea and the Thau Lagoon, with colorful quays, fishing boats, street art, and a strong local identity. 📍 Location in Quai de la Résistance, Sète, Montpellier, Hérault, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 34200, France 🏷️ Category: landmarks image #review #nostr #reviewstr #sète #southern #france #mediterranean #europe
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traveltelly 6 months ago
🌳 Bassin de Thau (Étang de Thau) near Bouzigues - ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Bassin de Thau (Étang de Thau) near Bouzigues in southern France The Bassin de Thau is a vast saltwater lagoon—21km long and 8km wide—famous for its oyster and mussel farms, marine life, and pretty fishing villages like Bouzigues. It is the second largest lake in France, often called “the little inland sea,” with picturesque views, abundant birdlife, and a tradition of shellfish farming going back over a century 📍 Location in Avenue Louis Tudesq, Bouzigues, Montpellier, Hérault, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 34140, France 🏷️ Category: park image #review #nostr #reviewstr #bassin de thau #étang de thau #bouzigues #france #europe
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traveltelly 6 months ago
⛪ Église Sainte‑Cécile in Loupian - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Église Sainte‑Cécile in Loupian, southern France Église Sainte‑Cécile is a fortified Gothic church from the 14th century, built with a single, wide nave, minimal decoration, and an austere exterior. It stands just outside the village, next to ruins of an older Paleo-Christian church, and is classified as a French Historical Monument. Tips: • Located on an old pilgrimage route, a short walk from the center of Loupian. • Features a sober, fortress-like look with massive buttresses and a modest bell tower. • Interior is rarely open to visitors; check local schedules for access, especially during summer or heritage events. 📍 Location in 4, Rue de la Grande Église, Loupian, Montpellier, Hérault, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 34140, France 🏷️ Category: church image #review #nostr #reviewstr #église sainte‑cécile #loupian #southern #france #europe
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traveltelly 6 months ago
⛪ Église Saint‑Pierre in Chalon‑sur‑Saône - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Église Saint‑Pierre in Chalon‑sur‑Saône, France Église Saint‑Pierre in Chalon‑sur‑Saône is a Baroque church (1698–1713) with a Greek cross plan, dome, Italianate style, and notable artworks, known for its peaceful interior. Tips: • Located on Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, near the main square with shops and restaurants nearby. • Not the largest church but architecturally significant, built early 18th century in Baroque style with an impressive dome. • Interior is bright and peaceful, with notable statuary from the 1600s and a historic Callinet organ. • Free entry; allow about 15–20 minutes to explore calmly. 📍 Location in Église Saint-Pierre, Place de l'Hôtel de Ville, Hôtel de Ville, Chalon-sur-Saône, Saône-et-Loire, Bourgogne – Franche-Comté, Metropolitan France, 71100, France 🏷️ Category: church image #review #nostr #reviewstr #église saint‑pierre #chalon‑sur‑saône #france #europe #travel
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traveltelly 6 months ago
⛪ Cathédrale Saint‑Vincent in Chalon‑sur‑Saône - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Cathédrale Saint‑Vincent in Chalon‑sur‑Saône, France Cathédrale Saint‑Vincent is a historic landmark mixing Romanesque, Gothic, and Neo‑Gothic styles, with notable artworks and Burgundy’s only preserved cathedral cloister. Tips: • Located on lively Place Saint‑Vincent in the old town, near cafés and shops. • Don’t miss the peaceful, free‑to‑visit cloister. • Check for possible access limits due to maintenance. • Sunday mornings feature a vibrant market in the square. 📍 Location in Cathédrale Saint-Vincent, Place Saint-Vincent, Saint-Vincent, Chalon-sur-Saône, Bourgogne – Franche-Comté, Metropolitan France, 71100, France 🏷️ Category: church image #review #nostr #reviewstr #cathédrale saint‑vincent #chalon‑sur‑saône #france #europe #travel
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traveltelly 6 months ago
🏛 The Scott Monument in Edinburgh - ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) The Scott Monument in Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh, Scotland The Scott Monument in Princes Street Gardens is a towering Victorian Gothic landmark honoring Sir Walter Scott, with his statue, carved novel characters, and panoramic city views from its platforms. Tips: • Located in central Edinburgh, easy to spot from Princes Street. • Climb 287 narrow spiral steps for the best views (several viewing levels). • Look closely at the 64 carved figures from Scott’s novels. • Early morning or late afternoon visits offer softer light for photos. • Small entry fee; dress for wind at the top. 📍 Location in Princes Street, Abbeyhill, Old Town, City of Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2BY, United Kingdom 🏷️ Category: landmarks image #review #nostr #reviewstr #scott monument #princes street gardens #edinburgh #scotland #europe
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traveltelly 6 months ago
🏛 The Hub in Edinburgh - ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) The Hub is a Gothic Revival landmark with Edinburgh’s tallest spire The Hub is a Gothic Revival landmark with Edinburgh’s tallest spire, now a festival and events venue. **Assembly Hall** nearby is the historic home of the Church of Scotland’s General Assembly and also hosts festivals. Sources 📍 Location in The Hub, 348-350, Castlehill, Old Town, City of Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2NE, United Kingdom 🏷️ Category: landmarks image #review #nostr #reviewstr #the hub #gothic #edinburgh #scotland
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traveltelly 6 months ago
🏛 The David Hume statue on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile - ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) The David Hume statue on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile in Scotland The David Hume statue on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile shows the philosopher in Greek-style robes, with his big toe bright from being rubbed for good luck. 📍 Location in Lawnmarket, Abbeyhill, Old Town, City of Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1RN, United Kingdom 🏷️ Category: landmarks image #review #nostr #reviewstr #david hume #statue #edinburgh #royal mile #scotland
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traveltelly 6 months ago
🏛 The Adam Smith Statue in Edinburgh - ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) The Adam Smith Statue in Edinburgh, Scotland The Adam Smith Statue in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a 10-foot bronze monument on a large stone plinth, located prominently on the Royal Mile next to St Giles Cathedral. Sculpted by Alexander Stoddart and unveiled on July 4, 2008, the statue commemorates Adam Smith, famed Scottish economist and philosopher, author of “The Wealth of Nations” 📍 Location in High Street, Abbeyhill, Old Town, City of Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1YJ, United Kingdom 🏷️ Category: landmarks image #review #nostr #reviewstr #adam smith #statue #edinburgh #scotland #europe
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traveltelly 6 months ago
🏕 Camping Slachtehiem is a small, rural campsite in Friesland - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Camping Slachtehiem is a small, rural campsite in Friesland in the Netherlands Camping Slachtehiem is a small, rural campsite in Friesland, located on the water at the edge of Lollum and Arum. The site is known for its peace, space, and farm atmosphere, with very clean 5-star sanitary facilities, spacious pitches, and welcoming hosts. • Facilities: Modern showers and toilets (no coins needed), kitchen area, washing machine, free WiFi, wheelchair-friendly bathroom, playground, angling, canoeing, and boat slipway. • Dog-friendly and ideal for families, groups, and nature lovers. Camper vans welcome. • Nearby: Close to historic towns (Harlingen, Franeker, Bolsward, Sneek), the Afsluitdijk, and fishing or boating routes. Guest reviews highlight the welcoming host Rudolf, restful atmosphere, and excellent sanitary facilities. The location is perfect for cycling, boating, fishing, and enjoying Friesland’s countryside 📍 Location in Holprijp, Tzum, Waadhoeke, Frisia, Netherlands, 8804 RL, Netherlands 🏷️ Category: camping image #review #nostr #reviewstr #camping #slachtehiem #campsite #friesland #netherlands #europe
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traveltelly 6 months ago
🌳 Kabouterbos (Gnome Forest) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Kabouterbos (Gnome Forest) – Sint Nicolaasga, Friesland, the Netherlands A 1.5 km fairy-tale walking trail in the Vegelin Woods, with wooden sculptures of gnomes, witches, dinosaurs, and more by artist Banzai-John. Great for kids aged 2–8, free entry. • Start: Bouwen 27, 8521 KN Sint Nicolaasga • Time: ~1 hour with children • Parking: At Doniahal if the main entrance is busy 📍 Location in Fazant, Sint Nicolaasga, De Friese Meren, Frisia, Netherlands, 8521 KS, Netherlands 🏷️ Category: park image #review #nostr #reviewstr #kabouterbos #gnome forest #sint nicolaasga #friesland #the netherlands #europe #travel
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traveltelly 6 months ago
Friesland, the Netherlands🚴📍🗺️ #nostride #travel #netherlands #sportstr
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traveltelly 6 months ago
An other day cycling in Friesland, the Netherlands🚴📍🗺️ #nostride #travel #netherlands #sportstr
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traveltelly 6 months ago
An other day cycling in Friesland, the Netherlands🚴📍🗺️ #nostride #travel #netherlands #sportstr
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traveltelly 6 months ago
Good friends have good BBQ 🍖 #foodstr #travel #meatstr #netherlands image
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traveltelly 6 months ago
A product is so good as the team is. #Shakespeare is for me amazing because of all good help. @chad is for me the reason I keep using it.🙏 amazing work everyone from @Soapbox #nostr #grownostr