About Natalia Carbonell
Nat is a writer and photographer based in Mexico City. An art and animal lover, she travels looking for places where her interests converge or show her the world in a different way. With pen and lens, she wants to find and reveal the stories hidden in the nooks and crannies of the places we regularly pass by without paying attention.
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Why Traveling Gives ‘Home’ a Different Meaning
Deep inside, we’re nomads; we’re travelers at heart. The urge of humankind to discover new places has always been part…
The Moorish Legacy of The Royal Alcazar of Sevilla
The Alcazar to Al-Andalus In the gardens of Sevilla’s Royal Alcazar, Moorish influence in art, design, and architecture transports us…
Tea and Tones: The Art of Tea
The “art of tea,” the famous culture of brewing tea, is fundamental in China. Tea is compared to personality. It…
The Joy of Getting Lost: Advice on Living Abroad
Getting Lost in Italy When you decide to go to another country—not just to see its main tourist attractions, but…
More than a dress: the Story Behind the Qipao
The qipao, usually made of silk and other fabrics, is a classic traditional dress and an icon of Chinese culture. Beyond…
The Blue of Jardin Majorelle
A well-balanced mixture of French Art Deco and the Moroccan style, the Majorelle Garden is one of Marrakesh’s most appealing…
CU29 Lightware: an Interview with Zoe Ramsey
CU29 Lightware, founded by Zoe Ramsey, is dedicated to designing and producing luxury handcrafted luminaires, created mainly in copper. A…
Munich Revisited: Two Sides of the Same City
Munich Revisited Two Sides of the Same City On my first trip to Munich, I found myself lumbering away from…
The Five Elements of Chinese Aesthetics
A journey through Chinese aesthetics is a tour through its philosophy and culture. The Five Elements Theory, Wu Xing is…
Discovering the Gallery District in San Jose del Cabo
San Jose del Cabo is captivating right away. Its vivid character and bright colors invite you to walk in the…
