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Azulejos, Portuguese tiles in Lisbon

Once upon a tile in Lisbon…

The tiles in Lisbon are one of the defining elements of the city. This is the history of the azulejos and how they almost disappeared in the 1900s.

Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, Japan

It’s the small things that matter

The art of bonsai is an ancient and very special tradition in Japan. At this museum, you can learn more about the beauty of the art.

Tetsujin 28-go statue gigantor, large manga statue, Kobe, Japan

The huge robot that saved a city

An enormous robot statue stands over this Japanese city, as if protecting it from something. But perhaps it has already saved the day!

Giant Granny, Limerick, Royal De Luxe

Limerick’s Giant Gran

For one weekend, the Irish city of Limerick was taken over by a giant granny. Tens of thousands flocked to the streets – but why was she there?

Pranom Tapang, Tin-Chok weaving, Phrae, Thailand

A weaver’s royal blessing

When one Thai woman was given a royal blessing to pass on her talents to others, she made it her life work. Meet the incredible Pranom Tapang.

Noah Purifoy Desert Art Museum, Joshua Tree, California, USA

Art in Joshua Tree’s desert

In the harsh desert of Joshua Tree, this outdoor art museum transports you to another world. You need to visit to see why it’s so special!

Udden stone sculptures, Hunnebostrand, Sweden

Don’t take anything for granite

In a small Swedish town that has taken so much from the natural stones, artists are giving something back to the granite landscapes of the coast.

public art in stellenbosch, sculptures, reflections

Reflections of Stellenbosch

The aim of the public sculpture exhibition in the South African city of Stellenbosch is to make art accessible to everyone – and stimulate reflections.

Galway International Arts Festival

It’s about the festival as much as the arts

It’s one of the premier arts events in Europe – so what is it like to spend a few days at the Galway International Arts Festival?

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