Citimarks

A literary travel guide to explore timeless marks of fabulous cities.

Citimarks is a new, literary guide that takes travelers on a journey to explore the soul of a city. With the help of travel notes, memoirs and city stories published by famous writers, Citimarks opens a dialogue with the past to identify timeless trademarks: landscapes, customs and lifestyles which survived through the centuries and form the unique identity of a city. Contemporary creative talents

–such as writers, musicians, filmmakers, and chefs- draw their own city portraits and share their favorite 24-hour itineraries, beyond the reach of tourist maps.

30/08/2026

“The Myth of Capri” is more than an exhibition—it’s the story of how an island became a legend.

Capri’s Certosa di San Giacomo hosts “Il Mito di Capri – 200 Years since the Discovery of the Blue Grotto”, an exhibition that retraces Capri’s transformation from a remote island on the edge of the Gulf of Naples into one of Europe’s most celebrated cultural destinations.

Long before the Blue Grotto became world-famous, archaeologists, writers and artists were already fascinated by Capri’s Roman ruins, dramatic landscapes and timeless beauty. Their books, paintings and discoveries laid the foundations of the island’s growing reputation.

Then came 17 August 1826. On that day, German poet August Kopisch and painter Ernst Fries, guided by a local boatman, entered the Blue Grotto. Their depictions introduced Europe to the cave’s extraordinary blue light, transforming it into one of the great symbols of Romantic travel. From that moment on, the Grotta Azzurra became a magnet for writers, painters, photographers and travellers, playing a decisive role in shaping the enduring myth of Capri.

Running until 18 October 2026, the exhibition beautifully traces how archaeology, literature and art shaped the myth of Capri, creating an image of the island that has captivated generations of visitors for nearly two centuries.

Experience Capri through the words of the writers who made the island legendary. Discover more on Citimarks, link in the first comment.

Cover pic: A Fisherman and the Sirens inside the Blue Grotto (detail) by Hermann David Salomon Corrodi (1844–1905), last pic: Marina di Mulo by Angelo Viti (1818–1890).

07/08/2026

Few paths in the world are as instantly recognizable as Via Krupp. Carved into the limestone cliffs of Capri in a breathtaking series of switchbacks, it is far more than a scenic walkway—it’s a masterpiece born from one man’s love for the island.

Its benefactor was Friedrich Alfred Krupp (1854–1902), the German industrialist and heir to the Krupp steel empire. Unlike many wealthy visitors of the Belle Époque, Krupp came to Capri not only for leisure but also for his passion for marine biology. His yacht was anchored in Marina Piccola, yet reaching it from the island above was a long and inconvenient journey. He came up with an ambitious solution: commissioning engineer Emilio Mayer to carve a direct route through the sheer cliffs linking the Gardens—today’s Giardini di Augusto—to Marina Piccola. Construction was completed in 1902, creating one of the world’s most extraordinary roads.

Krupp’s gift transformed Capri. What had been a practical connection soon became an attraction in its own right, symbolizing the meeting of human ingenuity and one of the Mediterranean’s most dramatic landscapes. Together with the gardens he donated, Via Krupp became an enduring part of the island’s identity.

Walking along Via Krupp is an unforgettable experience. Every bend opens onto breathtaking views of the Faraglioni and Marina Piccola, where dramatic limestone cliffs plunge into impossibly blue waters. Surrounded by the scents of the Mediterranean, it is easy to see why this extraordinary path has inspired generations of artists, photographers and travellers.

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23/07/2026

Visiting Capri this summer? Don’t miss MitoModa 1906–2026. Imprenditoria e stile vacanza a Capri, on view from through August 18, 2026.

Celebrating the 120th anniversary of La Parisienne, Capri’s historic fashion house founded in 1906, the exhibition explores how the island gave birth to the concept of “stile vacanza”—a style that transformed Mediterranean elegance into an international fashion phenomenon.

Through historic garments, photographs, archival documents, and film footage, visitors discover the story of Capri’s rise as a global symbol of style and sophisticated leisure. Highlights include creations by Emilio Pucci and Irene Galitzine, alongside rare archival treasures that bring the island’s fashion legacy to life.

The exhibition is hosted in the Certosa di San Giacomo, Capri’s oldest monastery and one of the island’s most significant cultural landmarks, making the visit as rewarding for its setting as for the exhibition itself.

Explore Capri through the lens of talented writers captivated by its charm, at Citimarks, link in the first comment.

14/05/2026

Tucked away in Paris’ 16th arrondissement, Rue Mallet-Stevens is a hidden manifesto of modernism. Named after Robert Mallet-Stevens, one of the leading French architects of the 1920s–30s, the street embodies his vision of architecture as a total work of art. Mallet-Stevens blended Cubist ideas with Art Deco elegance, favouring clean geometric volumes, white façades, terraces, and the innovative use of concrete, glass, and light as design elements.

In 1927, he was given the rare opportunity to design an entire street from scratch. The result is a cohesive ensemble of villas, all created by him for a circle of artists and patrons, making the street itself a living architectural composition.

At its heart stands the multi-family building at No. 12, where Mallet-Stevens himself lived and worked, alongside other standout residences like the Villa Dreyfus and the sculptors’ Martel house-studio. These buildings showcase his signature language: sharp lines, interlocking volumes, and a harmony between architecture, interiors, and urban space. This urban art piece offers one of the purest expressions of early modernism in Paris, a rare chance to experience an architect’s vision realized at the scale of an entire street.

Explore outstanding modernist architecture in our Paris guide on Citimarks, link in the first comment.

20/04/2026

As Paris celebrates the 100th anniversary of the 1925 Exposition internationale des Arts décoratifs, exhibitions across the city revisit the movement that gave Art Deco its name. In the interwar years, graphic artists transformed advertising posters into powerful works of modern design. Bold geometry, streamlined forms and striking typography captured the spirit of a new, modern age. Here are some of our favorite artists:

Jean Carlu (cover pic, pic 6) - Carlu’s stylized figures and dramatic contrasts distill Parisian nightlife into elegant geometric shapes. His posters embody Art Deco’s mastery of simplification and visual rhythm.

Georges Bourgeois (pic 2) - A poster as cinematic as the film itself. Fragmented geometry, sharp diagonals and industrial imagery reflect the era’s fascination with technology and the machine age.

Paul Colin (pic 3) - Colin’s vibrant posters capture the energy of Parisian jazz culture. Expressive silhouettes and bold lettering became hallmarks of Art Deco entertainment design.

A.M. Cassandre (pic 4) - One of the most iconic travel posters of the century. Cassandre uses monumental perspective, clean lines and modern typography to evoke speed, power and the romance of rail travel.

Jean Dupas (pic 5) - Dupas blends elegance and symbolism with refined line work, reflecting the decorative sophistication and luxury associated with Art Deco.

Poster for the 1925 Exposition des Arts Décoratifs (pic 7) - The exhibition that defined the movement itself. Its ornamental symmetry and stylized motifs helped establish the visual language of Art Deco.

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07/04/2026

Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann (1879–1933) was one of the defining figures of Art Deco, embodying the elegance and refined luxury of early-20th-century Paris.

Born into a family of decorators, he transformed his father’s workshop into one of France’s most prestigious design studios. Largely self-taught, he became known for exceptional craftsmanship and collaborations with master artisans.

Ruhlmann elevated decorative arts to fine art. His furniture is recognized for rare woods like Macassar ebony and rosewood, subtle curves, balanced geometry, and refined details in ivory, lacquer, and metal, championing artisanal perfection over mass production.

His Hôtel du Collectionneur at the 1925 Paris Decorative Arts Exhibition became a landmark of Art Deco sophistication. Iconic works include the Bureau du Collectionneur, the Chaise Longue aux Skis, and his elegant cabinets and dressing tables. The current Paris exhibition celebrating 100 years of Art Deco showcases emblematic pieces and drawings illustrating his lasting influence.

Throughout April, our posts are dedicated to the legacy of Art Deco and this remarkable Paris exhibition. Stay tuned as we explore Parisian craftsmanship through outstanding artists and writers, and discover more in our Paris guide on Citimarks, link in the first comment.

22/03/2026

Paris celebrates a century of elegance with 100 ans Art déco, an exhibition marking 100 years since the 1925 Exposition internationale des arts décoratifs et industriels modernes — the moment that gave Art Deco its name and global influence. This movement embodied modernity, craftsmanship, and luxury, shaping everything from architecture and interiors to fashion and graphic design, and redefining Paris as the capital of refined modern living.

The exhibition brings together furniture, textiles, fashion, jewelry, objets d’art, posters, and architectural elements by leading designers and workshops of the era, highlighting the dialogue between innovation, fine materials, and exceptional savoir-faire.

A standout moment is the focus on the legendary Orient Express, then a true icon of Art Deco luxury in travel. The exhibition unveils the new Orient Express project, reimagined as a rolling masterpiece by architect and artistic director Maxime d’Angeac, with the involvement of master artisans and prestigious French houses specializing in glass, metalwork, marquetry, textiles, and decorative arts — reviving the spirit of travel as an art form.

Throughout March and until the exhibition closes on April 26, our posts will be dedicated to the legacy of Art Deco and this remarkable Paris exhibition. Stay tuned as we explore Parisian craftsmanship through the work of outstanding artists and writers, and discover more in our Paris guide on Citimarks, link in the first comment.

04/03/2026

Step inside one of Paris’s most impressive art spaces ✨

Before becoming a beacon of contemporary creation, the site of the Fondation Cartier pour l’Art Contemporain once formed part of the historic Grands Magasins du Louvre, a symbol of Parisian modernity and commerce in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Reimagined in 1994 by architect Jean Nouvel, the glass-and-steel building introduced a radical new vision for exhibition spaces, blurring boundaries between art, architecture, and the city. Today, its recently renovated interiors reaffirm this spirit of reinvention, transparency, and openness.

Renowned for its bold, interdisciplinary program, the Fondation Cartier champions contemporary art in all its forms: visual art, photography, design, fashion, architecture, and performance. Rather than a static collection, it presents ever-evolving exhibitions featuring major international artists and emerging voices alike, with highlights over the years including Jean-Michel Basquiat, Patti Smith, Ron Mueck, Daido Moriyama, and Sarah Sze. Each show invites visitors into a dynamic dialogue between artistic practice and the world around us.

The architecture itself is an experience: floating glass façades, layered reflections, and a garden conceived as an extension of the exhibition space create a poetic journey where inside and outside dissolve — a true landmark of contemporary Paris.

Explore the artistic world of Paris through the eyes of talented painters and writers in our Paris guide on Citimarks — link in the first comment.

13/02/2026

Step into the bold world of Lee Miller, the American photographer whose lens captured both beauty and brutal truth. Born in New York in 1907, she began as a fashion model before moving behind the camera in Paris, working with avant-garde figures like Man Ray and helping pioneer solarisation, blending Surrealism with technical experimentation.

During WWII in London, Miller became one of the few accredited female war correspondents, producing unflinching images of resilience, destruction, and liberation — from Blitz-era London to liberated camps across Europe, including her iconic photograph taken in Hitler’s bathtub after Dachau.

The Lee Miller retrospective at Tate Britain brings together around 250 vintage and modern prints, tracing her extraordinary journey from surrealist portraits and fashion photography to powerful wartime reportage and Vogue spreads. On view until February 15, 2026, the exhibition reveals a daring, poetic eye that forever reshaped visual culture.

Explore the rich history of London through the lens of talented photographers and writers in our London guide on Citimarks — link in the first comment.

02/02/2026

Dive into the heart of interwar Paris at Les Gens de Paris, 1926-1936, a fascinating exhibition at Musée Carnavalet that takes you beyond postcards and clichés. Based on the city’s first nominal censuses from 1926, 1931 and 1936 — when Paris reached nearly 2.9 million inhabitants at its demographic peak — the show paints a vivid portrait of everyday life in the City of Light between the two World Wars. You’ll discover how Parisians lived, worked, loved and moved across neighbourhoods shaped by rapid social change and cultural effervescence.

From professions and family structures to the rhythms of urban life and the rich diversity of neighbourhoods, the exhibition weaves census data with photos, documents and stories of both anonymous residents and famous figures like La Goulue, Charles Aznavour, Fernandel or Édith Piaf. Best of all: thanks to newly digitised census records, visitors can explore searchable databases and even look up names and addresses of Parisians of the interwar years — a chance to trace your own family’s footsteps through history.

On display through February 8, 2026 — don’t miss this unique window onto Paris’s vibrant past. Explore the rich history of Paris through the eyes of talented writers in our Paris guide on Citimarks — link in the first comment.

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