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33 Street Photography Photos from 10 days in Athens & Rethymno, Greece

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While living in Istanbul, I wanted to visit some bordering countries for a few shorter trips. The first country I visited was Georgia, mostly in Tbilisi. Then after a couple of weeks back home, I took another quick plane ride to the island of Crete in Greece. There, I spent a week in Rethymno and then took the ferry to Athens to spend a few more days before returning to Istanbul. 

So in all, I spent around 10 days in Greece, keeping it relaxed by only focusing on two cities. The weather was extremely hot and the sun was out pretty much the whole time so I, of course, spent most of my free time outside with my camera.

Since Rethymno life, especially in the summer, is centered around its beaches, I tried focusing on this aspect of the city while I was there. It was an interesting experience shooting Street Photography on the beach, but Rethymno was a great place for it because of how relaxed the vibe and people are. As far as Athens goes, I had to check out the historic spots of course, but I still managed to mix in some street photography inspired shots even there too. 

So here’s 33 photos from my 10 days in Greece, starting in reverse with Athens and finishing at the beach in Rethymno…

33 Street Photography Photos from Athens & Rethymno, Greece

Starting in Athens…

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33 Street Photography Photos That Will Make You Visit Tbilisi, Georgia

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I had an amazing experience visiting Tbilisi, Georgia a few weeks ago. It’s not a place on everyone’s radar to visit yet, but it’s starting to become one. And for good reason too. The city is unique, the scenery is interesting,  the people are friendly, the food is great and there’s so much more to see and do if you want to venture outside of Tbilisi too. You could easily spend months visiting the beautiful mountain villages all over Georgia, but for Street Photography, Tbilisi is worth a visit on its own.

Tbilisi has cobblestone streets and old churches throughout old town, but you can also capture the more modern side of the growing Tbilisi too around Freedom Square and Rike Park. Then there’s the street markets all over the city that give endless action for photography, especially around Station Square. It’s a city you can just get lost in walking its streets. Georgia is also the reigning birthplace of wine so with that history, you know it’s got to be good.

If you want to capture a city like you haven’t seen before, then Tbilisi would be a great choice. Here are 33 street photos that I took during my visit to Tbilisi, Georgia.

33 Street Photography Photos from Tbilisi, Georgia

Walking the Streets of Tbilisi…

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33 Street Photography Photos That Will Make You Want To Visit Istanbul

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I’ve been staying in Istanbul, Turkey for the last couple months now and living here has been an experience like no other city I’ve been to before. Istanbul is a mix of so many characteristics, it’s hard to put it all into words. It’s just a place you need to experience for yourself. 

When it comes to capturing life, there’s not many cities with as much of it as Istanbul. I always have my camera on me here and spend most of my days walking the many districts seeing what I can capture. Istanbul would definitely make my top cities in the world list so here are some Street Photos I’ve taken so far that will hopefully give you a look into why it’s a place you need to visit too.

33 Street Photography Photos from Istanbul, Turkey

Starting in Taksim Square…

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33 Street Photography Photos That Will Make You Want To Visit India

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Last year I had the chance to spend 6 weeks all over India. The country is an experience like none other. The sights, sounds, smells and feeling of the place can put all of your senses into overload compared to most countries.  So many things are always happening right in front of you and I loved it.

One thing that really makes the unique experience of India is how everything happens outside. Everybody is constantly outside living their lives. People bathing and brushing their teeth by the street water pumps, street barbers cutting hair on every other block, food and shop stands lining every street, and children running everywhere you look. Life is all around you.

The constant chaos in much of India makes for great Street Photography opportunities too. There’s never a lack of people, sights, moments, action, color or anything else you’d want to capture. Everywhere you look it seems like there’s a photo to be made. 

Here’s 33 Street Photography photos I took in my spare time around India.

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33 Street Photography Photos That Will Make You Want To Visit Tokyo

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I spent a month on photography work in Tokyo and had an unforgettable time exploring the unique culture and chaotic streets of the city in my spare time. While Tokyo has the skyscrapers, lights, and millions of people running around everywhere, just like it’s famous for, one of my favorite parts was the different neighborhoods it has too, each with its own vibe and character.  Also, when it comes to people watching, it doesn’t get any better than here.

Tokyo is definitely a city I could live in and spend my days photographing its endless streets of life and lights. A month gave me some time to explore, but with so much to see and experience, I’d love to spend much more time in Tokyo in the future. Here’s 33 Street Photography photos I took in my spare time during my busy month in Tokyo.

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33 Street Photography Photos That Will Make You Want To Visit Russia

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I recently stopped in Russia for a couple of weeks to visit some friends and to work on a small photography project with The Royal School of Russian Ballet. While I stayed pretty busy, mostly having an incredible time with friends, I did manage to make time for a little Street Photography in Saint-Petersburg and Moscow. 

Saint-Petersburg has a magical feeling and I highly recommend adding it to your travel list. The architecture is beautiful and the canals throughout the city add to the European fairytale vibe. While they are both very large cities, Moscow definitely has much more of a big city cosmopolitan vibe. 

I had an amazing time in Russia. It’s a unique place with plenty to experience and I’d love to visit again to really focus on Street Photography. Here’s 33 Street Photography photos I took in my spare time during my busy, but incredible 2 weeks in Russia.

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