Tag: gardens
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A birthday trip to Great Dixter Sussex
One of my favourite gardens: wild, overflowing borders full of hot colours, little pathways, archways and topiary. A wonderful collection of rare and beautiful perennials and shrubs in an anarchic arrangement set against the backdrop of a wonderful Wealden house remodelled by Lutyens. The creation of the talented Christopher Lloyd.
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The Philosopher’s Path 哲学の道, Tetsugaku no michi
Where to begin? Kyoto on this autumn day was quite wonderful. The leaves are beginning to turn and the weather is perfect for this five hour walk. But first a catch up on yesterday evening. The Gion area where I’m based is in a conservation area and retains much of old Kyoto; narrow lanes with…
Escape to myself 