Archive for: October 2007

October 6, 2007

Stonehenge – England

Filed under: Britain & Ireland,England - 06 Oct 2007

DAY 13 – Stonehenge is one of Europe’s most famous prehistoric monuments.  Much has been written and speculated about this amazing structure which dates back to 3,000 B.C.  The original outer structure was the Sarsen Circle, …

October 4, 2007

Exploring Bath – England

Filed under: Bath - England,Britain & Ireland,England - 04 Oct 2007

DAY 13 – Bath has more to offer than just the Roman Baths.  The best way to explore this unique Georgian city is on foot.  The city centre is free of traffic and is full of museums, cafes …

The Roman Baths – Bath – England

Filed under: Bath - England,Britain & Ireland,England - 04 Oct 2007

DAY 13 – It was the Romans who first built a magnificent temple and bath complex around Britain’s only hot springs and the town regained fame as a spa resort in the 18th century.  This World Heritage site is …

October 2, 2007

From Rosslare to Pembroke – Wales

Filed under: Britain & Ireland,Wales - 02 Oct 2007

DAY 13 – From Rosslare, we crossed by ferry to Pembroke and travelled through the Welsh countryside – destination Cardiff Castle.  Cardiff was first occupied by the Romans who built a fort here in AD75.  Little …

October 1, 2007

Cobh – Ireland

Filed under: Britain & Ireland,Ireland - 01 Oct 2007

DAY 13 – When we called into Cobh (pronounced Cove), I had no idea of this town’s connection to the ill-fated Titanic.  On the harbour front, is this bright yellow building where you’ll find the Titanic Bar.  Two …

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