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Capricorn December 21 - January 19 Cancer June 21 - July 21

Be even handed when judging others. You need the wisdom of Solomon to decide what you want to do, act now and don't dally. A major planetary constellation is active in your sign, meaning that the financial side of things should improve considerably, you are about to find stability where money is concerned.

aquarius January 20 - February 18

You are the most loving sign of the zodiac, with the planet venus riding high in your sign. New relationships and loving encounters could create joy.

pisces February 19 - March 20

You may feel as if you are going round in circles but soon a major decision could make your life flow in a much better way. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy.

aries March 21 - April 20

It's all a matter of getting the timing right. Staying on schedule will bring you the success that you may have been waiting for, for some time. It's full steam ahead into an exciting future.

Taurus April 21 - May 20

Several creative people around you may inspire you to a new project or business, expect a fresh source of income that will sustain you for some time. leo July 22 - August 21

Your personality is blossoming which should help you to enjoy the salad days in front of you to the full, new places, new people and others rallying to give you support.

virgo August 22 - September 22

Weigh things up very carefully before you jump in with both feet. You are on the brink of a major decision that could have a positive, life changing effect.

libra September 21 - October 22

Creative, artistic and musical things may become important parts of your life. Let your imagination run wild and take you to a world of pleasure and fantasy.

scorpio October 23 - November 22

Concentrate as hard as you can to achieve an ambition that may have been buzzing around in your heart for a long time. Make no mistake you can achieve it.

Gemini May 21 - June 20

New horizons are opening up around you. Capitalise on any opportunity now, speculate and you should be able to rise yourself to the next level.

sagittarius November 23 - December 20

Others will warm to your positive personality, you are a born leader, as you lead others follow, which will create a sense of satisfaction for you.

The CiTy of uTreChT, a True duTCh Gem

by rebecca underwood, Travel Journalist

Utrecht, located in the heart of the Netherlands beside the flowing waters of the river Rhine, offers visitors an intriguing glimpse into a vibrant culture and a rich and colourful history.

The city, which was founded on a Roman Fort in 47 CE, features a charming medieval old town, meandering canals, museums galore, and an extensive selection of trendy bars, buzzing cafés and restaurants. Utrecht has been the Netherland’s religious centre since the 8th century and today it is the see of the Archbishop of Utrecht, the country’s most senior Roman Catholic leader. The city’s skyline is dominated by the Domtoren bell tower, located opposite the imposing Gothic Cathedral of Saint Martin on Domplein Square; it is the tallest church tower in the Netherlands, soaring 368 feet into the sky. Construction began in 1321 when the tower was to form part of a new cathedral, which, due to lack of funding, was not completed, and the tower remained free standing. Energetic souls who negotiate the 465 steps leading up to the top of the tower will be richly rewarded with a spectacular panoramic view of the city.

For those of us intending to remain on terra firma, the DoMunder, a former excavation site underneath Domplein Square, is waiting to be explored. I took a leisurely stroll through the underground area using an interactive flashlight whilst viewing archaeological finds dating back to the Roman Castellum ‘Trajecturn’. Be sure to walk between the enormous pillar foundations of the Cathedral above and experience the power of the tornado, which tore down its nave in 1674.

For a more relaxing excursion and one which allowed me to fully appreciate the beauty of Utrecht, I made my way to Oudegracht, I found the embarkation point for the hour long canal cruise. The curved canal follows the main branch of the Rhine and on each side of the river there are a number of warehouses, which date back to the 13th century. If you prefer to captain your own vessel you can rent a ‘canal bike’, which is a pedal boat that seats four passengers and if the weather is unreliable a hood, which fits over the boat, is supplied.

To view more of Utrecht’s treasures, I headed for Lange Nieuwstraat, the location of the Museum Catharijne Convent, where I discovered a spectacular collection of medieval religious art. Housed in a former monastery, which was built in the 16th century, it is another exceptional example of Gothic architecture. Exhibits include unique pieces of art dating from the early medieval era right up to the 21st century. visitors will gain a deep insight into Christian art, the cultural history of the Netherlands, and its significant impact on Dutch society. I feasted my eyes on intricately