On Saturday I took a day trip to Bath and Stonehenge. It was amazing to get out of the city and see more of the country! Bath was amazing, the buildings were beautiful and there was so much to see. All the buildings in Bath are made of the same stone, Bath stone. It creates a unity in the city but yet each building has it own unique style. I was able to visit the Roman baths. Very interesting to see the ruins. The water for the baths comes from a underground spring where the water is under pressure and forced through many minerals. So the water comes up very hot and full of minerals. It the history of the city the waters were always thought to have healing powers. In ancient times it was believed that that spot was the place of the Roman god Minerva. The baths were a holy spot as well as a social place. Bath was also the home of Jane Austen for a period of her life. Many of her novels take place or have a reference to the city. There is a small museum to her in Bath, it was interesting to hear the details of her life as well as what life was like at that time.
Here are some pictures from that day!
This week has been busy! It is the last week of classes before spring break and the start of my internship!. Last week I had my interview. I am very excited to start. I will be interning at Wealth Briefing, an online magazine that writes articles for wealth managers. I will actually get the chance to write for the website. I am looking forward to finishing my papers and exams so I can enjoy for break! My parents are coming in tomorrow and I will show them London before we head to Paris!. I especially cannot wait to get back to Paris see if I can find the spots I was at the last time! Otherwise I am enjoying my time in England making new friends and exploring the city.
