Sunday, August 19, 2012

A Summer Day in Bath

Bath [bɑːθ]
n
(Placename) a city in SW England, in Bath and North East Somerset unitary authority, Somerset, on the River Avon: famous for its hot springs; a fashionable spa in the 18th century; Roman remains, notably the baths; university (1966). Pop.: 85 202 (1991) Latin name Aquae Sulis [ˈækwiːˈsuːlɪs]

In other words, a charming city to visit, especially on a lovely summer day!
Pulteney Bridge is one of only four bridges in the world with shops across the full span on both side.
I love the chimneys in Bath -- they make such an interesting skyline.  
Jane Austen set two of her six published novels, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion, in Bath and made the city her home from 1801 to 1806.

Wonderful street musicians performing in the square in from of the Bath Abbey






Kate, Steve (John's brother) and Peter enjoying Italian Gelato with the Abbey in the backgroundAn afternoon stroll with Kate and Peter

  

A stop at Avebury stone circle on the way home

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