Monday, 16 March 2015

But soft! What light through yonder window breaks? - 16th March

Beautiful Verona did not disappoint.  Despite the weather being a little drizzly the city still managed to shine.  After a leisurely morning (and enjoying the fact that we did not have to drive for 7 hours!) we took a short trip into Verona to orientate ourselves. We  strolled over one of the city's bridges which gave beautiful views of what delights the city had in store.  Above our heads were balconies and wooden shutters and beneath our feet cobbled streets.  It really feels like we are in Italy now!  It was lovely and quiet which allowed us to wander leisurely around the streets.  The only crowds we met were when we went to view Juliet's balcony, her statue and the graffiti walls strewn with love letters. The City also boasts an arena which is quite impressive as the third largest one in Italy and a good sight to wet our appetites for Rome!  Tomorrow Venice.

Diane






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  1. Unknown16 March 2015 at 13:50

    Lovely balcony! It's so pretty! (Very girly comment, sorry to the boys) X

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    1. The Birds16 March 2015 at 14:16

      I think the boys are happy to let me do the posting!! Di x

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  2. Unknown16 March 2015 at 13:52

    David would like to know why it's called Juliet's balcony. He won't accept "because of Romeo and Juliet" as an answer, he said "What, cos that's like, where it actually happened?" in a not very romantically sympathetic manner. Answers please!!! XX

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    1. The Birds16 March 2015 at 14:15

      The easiest answer for David is to follow this link! http://www.viator.com/Verona-attractions/Juliets-House-Casa-di-Giulietta/d945-a4037 But yes it is named after the famous Juliet! Di x

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  3. CathWhit18 March 2015 at 13:13

    Very poetic Di! Sounds amazing

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