George Pavlopoulos
George Pavlopoulos was born in Athens, Greece, in 1980. He is the author of three novels: "300 Kelvin in the Afternoon" (Alexandria Publications, 2007), "Steam" (Kedros, 2011), and "The Limit and the Wave" (Potamos, 2014). His latest book is the short story collection "As far away from Home" (Stereoma, 2020). He lives between Berlin and Athens.
Piazza del Campo, Siena: the heart of a medieval city
Piazza del Campo is one of the most famous Italian squares. Located in Siena's city center, the piazza is more than a landmark: it's the epicenter of daily and cultural life. Unlike...
Art nouveau architecture in Riga: How to see everything
Riga, the capital of Latvia, is a paradise for architecture lovers. Despite its compact size, the Latvian capital boasts an impressive number of Art Nouveau buildings: almost a third of Riga's downtown...
How to book Greek ferry tickets – Travel tips & info
Desired by the majority of travelers, the Greek islands are among the top-ranked summer destinations in Europe. Greek ferry companies ensure there are enough itineraries to accommodate demand, especially during peak season....
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We -the Berlinale lovers- often take every organizational aspect of the festival for granted. However, a successful film festival can never be materialized without loads of people working on it and getting...
Polaroid Diaries: Malta highlights with the Impulse AF
If you have ever thought of traveling to Malta, I'm sure you imagine the following: sunshine, sea, and landmarks. However, although the landmarks were in place, the weather in Malta was untypical...
KGB Museum Riga: The Corner House & its dark history
The KGB Museum in Riga is probably the eeriest location in the whole country. Don't let the beautiful Art Nouveau facade mislead you: the so-called Corner House is a place where thousands...
2022 Year Review: Twelve things to remember
It's again this time of the year: I have to look back and try to wrap up what happened during the past 365 days. However, this year I feel relieved. My 2022...
Tränenpalast: The Palace of Tears in Berlin
Located in one of the busiest railway junctions in Berlin, the Tränenpalast was once the epicenter of tearful farewells. The former border crossing at Friedrichstraße station was the site of countless stories of...
George Pavlopoulos
George Pavlopoulos was born in Athens, Greece, in 1980. He is the author of three novels: "300 Kelvin in the Afternoon" (Alexandria Publications, 2007), "Steam" (Kedros, 2011), and "The Limit and the Wave" (Potamos, 2014). His latest book is the short story collection "As far away from Home" (Stereoma, 2020). He lives between Berlin and Athens.

