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Mythical Lisbon

Posted on February 28, 2025 by Symbol Reader

This year, I traveled to Portugal for the first time, and throughout my journey, I felt as though I was encountering something deeply mysterious. The country struck me as a land of silence and secrecy, and I became captivated by … Continue reading →

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The Black Madonna of the Darker than Dark Forest

Posted on February 28, 2016 by Symbol Reader

The place closest to my heart in the whole of Switzerland is the Monastery of Einsiedeln. “Einsiedeln” is a German word for “hermitage.” Surrounded by a dark, mysterious forest, situated near a scenic lake, adjacent to glorious mountain peaks, the … Continue reading →