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The French street-art artist Jerome Mesnager made this place his and had carte blanche to paint his 'white bodies' all over the hotel. Same thing with Sophie de Watrigant and two video artists. It is worth a look!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19216 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19090 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19090 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19078
Go up the (steep!) staircase on the right as you go from the narthex into the main body of the church. It's worth the effort, though.

The real horses of San Marco are up here too – the other ones are only modern replicas.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19078 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19038
Fantastic value at €2 entry, and sadly, almost completely empty when I went. Open weekends only out of season. Please go, to ensure it remains open - it's really worth it.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19038 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18765
There are many small villages and historic cities that are a reflection of the prosperous mining boom of the early 18th century. This vast economic wealth transformed the region and resulted in the Brazilian Golden Age, a movement purely distinct of the Minas Gerias state.

When you walk down the cobble-stoned streets lined with ornate cathedrals painted in pure gold, imposing colonial mansions, and intricate fountains you’ll be transported back to one of the most prosperous times in Brazilian history.

The mountains, prehistoric caves, rivers and national parks of the area are also great places to experience the natural beauty of this historic region.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18765 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18667
It's a bit of a hotchpotch of jumble, young designers, live music, DJs, the odd random performance artist, maybe a BBQ, maybe some nice hot soup...

It's genuinely really great for hand printed tees and pumps, jewellery, second-hand books, vinyl, vintage-rummaging, people-watching, cake-eating, cocktail-drinking... And sometimes it happens at night too, which can be very, very good.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18667 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18653 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18653 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18609
The area is a well lived in and slightly scruffy old quarter of the city and the centre of the nightlife in Valencia. There is a lot of development going on and round each building plot you find cement walls, usually covered by some great street art. Take your time to wander round the area in the day, you'll find some nice street art round every corner.

You can see my review and photos on my blog;
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The festival is an opportunity to get a first glance at the new season's productions. It uses the theatre in an attempt to make us aware of a problem that concerns us all from an unknown and extraordinary angle.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18483 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18424 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18424 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18369 Westcroftguesthouse.co.uk. Owners Sarah and Dylan have an art gallery as well, and the accommodation is lovely, overlooks the sea and the organic breakfasts are to be recommended. Perfect bolthole break!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18369