Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Bathing Beauty!




Perched high on one of the seven hills that surround Bath, we awoke to an amazing panorama of a city that has stood since 1482. Bath, a spa town, was popularised by Queen Ann as a place of healing. We plan to visit the baths during our  stay here. Evidenced by the extensive restoration projects we witnessed today, the city's heart is being revitalised. The Bath Sightseeing Bus tour & commentary gave us an excellent introduction to this ancient city.



Pulteney Street Bridge said to rival that of the
Pont Vecchio in Florence & The Rialto in Venice.
I challenge the claim!
#4 Sydney Street,  home to Jane Austen in 1801
                                                     

early 18th century turnpike toll gate





                           




                                                                                                                                           


Pulteney Street
once home of William Wilberforce
&
former Prime Minister Pip the Younger










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