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07/04/2026

In the late 1800s, this corridor was industrial Atlanta — named after Frederick Krog, home to the Atlanta Stove Works (now Krog Street Market), and buzzing with factory workers from Inman Park and Cabbagetown.

In 1912, CSX built this underpass to connect the two neighborhoods, which were divided by railroad tracks. For decades, it was a commuter route — the only direct path between them, and still is today.

When the Fulton Cotton Mill and Atlanta Stove Works closed in the late 20th century, the tunnel lost its purpose. But it found a new one.

Graffiti started appearing in the late '60s. For years it was painted over, treated as a sign of a criminal element. Then in the early 2000s, the neighborhood made a quiet decision: let the artists have it.

The "ordinance" was never officially approved by the city or CSX (who still owns the tunnel). But for over 20 years, artists have had 24/7 access — as long as they're respectful to residents.

Today, Krog Street Tunnel is one of the most well-known legal graffiti walls in the country. A rotating canvas where what you see today may not exist tomorrow.

Have you been to Krog Street Tunnel?

Hi, I'm Carla, a photographer and content creator specializing in urban travel and music. Follow me on my city adventures and check out my music content .


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street art, hidden gems, urban exploration, Georgia, ATL culture, city travel

07/04/2026

Olive Risley Seward Statue in Washington, DC - I thought this was a religious statue the first time I saw it. The way the sunlight landed on it felt almost intentional—like a quiet moment of reverence in the middle of the city.

It’s actually a statue of writer Olive Risley Seward, the adopted daughter of William H. Seward, the US Secretary of State best known for negotiating the purchase of Alaska. Created in 1971 by sculptor John Cavanaugh without a reference photo, he created his own vision of an idealized Victorian lady instead. Her head turns slightly to the left, as if she’s gazing toward Seward Square, named for her adoptive father.

The statue stands in front of a private residence on North Carolina Avenue on Capitol Hill. It’s a small city detail that’s easy to miss—until the light hits it just right.

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urban photography, local travel

29/01/2026

Pasta and Gelato Cooking Class in Rome - Our first Roman adventure took us to the back of Ristorante Tucci on Piazza Navona. Apron on, hands in flour, and guided by a chef, we learned how to turn a few simple ingredients into something delicious.

While I’d rather eat than cook during my travels, I wanted to learn to make pasta and gelato in Italy. Making fresh pasta isn’t as easy as you would think. Flour and eggs are the only ingredients but you’ve really got to put your back into. I found this class on taught by . It began with a gelato making demonstration. Best of all, it ended with wine or beer, brushetta, your scratch made pasta with choice of sauce and gelato.
Interested in taking this class? Find the link in my bio.
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tomato sauce, pasta making class, Italian cooking, handmade pasta, fresh pasta, culinary experiences, Rome restaurants, la dolce vita, Italy travels, cooking class, Get Your Guide

I’m always intrigued by the eclectic mix of architectural styles of Capitol Hill rowhouses, from Italianate to Queen Ann...
21/01/2026

I’m always intrigued by the eclectic mix of architectural styles of Capitol Hill rowhouses, from Italianate to Queen Anne Victorian with some Richard Romanesque thrown in. Brick in vivid color. My favorite are these corner houses with towers topped with “tin hat” roofs.
Have you been to Capitol Hill’s historic district?

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Pennsylvania Avenue with a view of the Capitol - Having been very busy, I searched through my photos and videos in attem...
17/12/2025

Pennsylvania Avenue with a view of the Capitol - Having been very busy, I searched through my photos and videos in attempt to find something I could quickly post to reignite . I found this photo from December 2019 I took on the roof of the former Newseum of Pennsylvania Avenue close to sundown. In the distance is the Capitol and to the right is the National Gallery of Art.
It was the day after Christmas. The Newseum was busy as it would be closing permanently at the end of the year and people (including me) were rushing to see it. The city was bustling as people enjoyed the holidays. Little did we know, 3 months later everything would be shut down due to the pandemic.

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Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport - Some years ago, I took a photo class at National Airport with . The class wa...
01/10/2025

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport - Some years ago, I took a photo class at National Airport with . The class was a great opportunity to capture the architecture of the airport. The original design integrated references to Colonial and Neoclassical style into a modern building. While there were expansions over the years, the major terminal expansion opened in 1997 including a large window overlooking the DC skyline, 54 “Jeffersonian” domes and works of art from 30 artists incorporated into the design.
The airport opened in 1941 and was originally named Washington National Airport, after George Washington. The eastern part of the airport was built in the District Of Columbia on mudflats of the tidal Potomac River. With the western part of the airport built on a former Virginia plantation, the question of legal jurisdiction became an issue. The Congress passed a bill in 1945 placing the Airport in Arlington, Virginia but under federal jurisdiction.
In 1998, a bill renamed the airport to honor Ronald Reagan amongst some controversy.


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Coast of the Sorrentine Peninsula - Exploring the Italian coast of the Sorrento Peninsula was like stepping into someone...
07/08/2025

Coast of the Sorrentine Peninsula - Exploring the Italian coast of the Sorrento Peninsula was like stepping into someone else’s Instagram feed. Picture perfect, almost unreal. A rugged coastline with dramatic cliffs, winding roads and towns built into the mountainsides. Harbors filled with boats. The sea shifting from cobalt blue to crystalline turquoise, so transparent you could see the pale rock beneath the surface.
Have you experienced the Sorrento Peninsula? What did you think?

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Le Soufflé restaurant in Paris - Planning our recent trip to Paris, we realized on our trip last year we hadn’t tried on...
16/11/2024

Le Soufflé restaurant in Paris - Planning our recent trip to Paris, we realized on our trip last year we hadn’t tried one of the staples of French cuisine, the soufflé. Doing a quick internet search, I found the perfect restaurant to experience them, the aptly named Le Soufflé. Located in the first arrondissement of Paris, this charming restaurant has soufflés for every course of the meal, including an all soufflé prix-fixe menu.
After checking in to our hotel, we headed to Le Soufflé for dinner. went with the prix-fixe menu, starting with a small tomato and basil soufflé, then the Soufflé Henri IV (cheese soufflé with chicken & mushrooms sauce) and finishing with the Grand Marnier. I decided to begin with 2 French classics, onion soup and a small cheese soufflé. For dessert, I had their seasonal special, an apricot soufflé. Each one of these puffed masterpieces was baked to perfection.

The word soufflé is the past participle of the French verb souffler, which means to blow, breathe, inflate or puff. Soufflés are made from a base of a custard, sauce or puree and egg whites beaten to a soft peak. They’re general baked in ramekins or soufflé dishes.

The earliest mention of soufflé is attributed to the French master cook, Vincent La Chapelle, in the early eighteenth century. Although, the development and popularization of the soufflé is usually traced to the French chef Marie-Antoine Carême in the early nineteenth century.

Do you like soufflés?

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