How many times have you passed a building, monument or park without knowing its story, origin or significance?
That's why below we bring you 5 reasons why you should turn into a tourist in your own city from time to time - believe us, you will be surprised!
1. You will get to know the city from a whole new perspective
When we look at the same streets every day on the way to work or school, we stop paying attention. But when we deliberately “disconnect” from the routine and start looking at the city as if we were there for the first time — we will begin to notice details: facades, old inscriptions, interesting shops, local stories...
2. You will support the local economy
Take a tour of the local gallery, have a coffee in a small family cafe, buy something in a handicraft shop or have lunch at a restaurant that is not part of the chain. Every activity you do helps someone's job, someone's family, and someone's dream. And at the same time— it's often tastier, more authentic, and warmer.
3. You will take great photos
As a local, we often forget how photogenic some places actually are. Take a phone or camera, get out of the house and go on a mini-photo adventure. Maybe your photo ends up in the Mapingo gallery as the photo of the month!
4. You will reconnect with history and culture
Do you know when the oldest building in your city was built? Who designed the square in front of the city administration? What does a particular monument symbolize? Visit museums, libraries, churches, monasteries, cultural centers... All this makes up the identity of your city — and your personal identity.
5. You will be a better host for guests
When someone comes to your city — be it relatives, friends or business partners — you will be a true guide. Instead of “so I have no idea what you might see”, you will be the person who knows the hidden corners, good restaurants, where the best coffee is drunk and what are the routes for an easy walk or a great sunset photo.
Bonus tip: make your Mapingo list!
On Mapingo you can find everything — from the most beautiful natural sites, sights, religious objects, to places to go out and events not to be missed. Make a list of your favorite locations and slowly visit them—alone, with family or friends.
And don't forget — if you catch a nice shot, share it with us through the site, and maybe you will win the photo of the month prize!
📌 Get to know your city as a tourist. You don't have to go far to discover something new — sometimes it's enough just to look at the familiar with other eyes.
