How beekeeping is more than a hobby and requires resilience and dedication

For many, the white suit and the hat are part of the typical image of a beekeeper, but by no means all beekeepers work like this. Photo: Ole Spata/dpa

Urban beekeeping has become increasingly popular in recent years, with colonies popping up in cities around the world, placed on rooftops, back yards and even balconies.

Technically, anyone can keep bees without specific training, whether or not they're in a city, which might explain its popularity.