I made it to Paris!!! I have only been here for less than two days and I already love it! Just after arriving in Paris, the group and I went to Montmartre, Sacre Coeur, which is the highest point in Paris; thus you can only imagine what that means: one incredible view. The Church was very grand, but the view was spectacular, and I even caught a glimpse of the Eiffel Tower.
Yesterday the group and I visited the famous Notre Dame/Saint-Chapelle and peered into a crypt that was underneath the Notre Dame. I enjoyed a lovely Seine Cruise with the group later that day, where I got an even closer look at the Eiffel Tower.
Today was filled with more interesting sights, as the group and I got the chance to tour the Musee D'Orsay and than climb up the Invalides/Champs/Arc. I then had lunch with my friends and shopped at the I Love Paris Store.
Surprise!
The counselors here are so silly! I was in for a huge shock when the counselors led the group and me to believe we were going on a 6 mile church walk but then casually suggested us going to the beach and visiting the leaning tower of Pisa instead!! Rather than a full day of walking, the day ended up consisting of beach chairs and cute pictures of us holding up the Pisa (so cliche but so cute)! The waves were refreshing and the sand was super smooth. As if the day could not get any better, we went to a Disco Techa at night. It is a club with awesome music and it is open to teens. I totally danced the night away with all my new friends. I am so loving Florence!
It Was So Nice To Meet You Rome!
What a crazy day! I went to the Vatiacan and saw the Sistine Chapel today!!!! I have learned about this Chapel in my textbooks, but it was so great to see the real thing!!
Although today was a little rushed and hectic, I was able to relax and move at a slower pace yesterday as I was offered the opportunity to explore the Jewish Quarter. Since I am Jewish, I was sure not to miss out on this adventure! I sat inside a Temple and walked around a museum which presented information about Roman Jews. I loved getting the chance to learn about the history of them! Later in the day, I went to the Da Vinci Museum and experimented with some of his crafty machines.
Yesterday night, my fellow friends and I enjoyed a picnic over one of the nicest views of Rome. It was an American style picnic, so it was nice to take a little break from the pizza, pasta, and paninis that consistently appear on the menu in very restuarant in Italy. Not to say I don't love Italian food, however, because I definitely do love it!!
Rome has been an exciting city with wonderful sights and cute cafes. Tomorrow I will be departing to Florence! On to new and exciting views, shops, and cafes. Goodbye Rome, I will be back!!
Although today was a little rushed and hectic, I was able to relax and move at a slower pace yesterday as I was offered the opportunity to explore the Jewish Quarter. Since I am Jewish, I was sure not to miss out on this adventure! I sat inside a Temple and walked around a museum which presented information about Roman Jews. I loved getting the chance to learn about the history of them! Later in the day, I went to the Da Vinci Museum and experimented with some of his crafty machines.
Yesterday night, my fellow friends and I enjoyed a picnic over one of the nicest views of Rome. It was an American style picnic, so it was nice to take a little break from the pizza, pasta, and paninis that consistently appear on the menu in very restuarant in Italy. Not to say I don't love Italian food, however, because I definitely do love it!!
Rome has been an exciting city with wonderful sights and cute cafes. Tomorrow I will be departing to Florence! On to new and exciting views, shops, and cafes. Goodbye Rome, I will be back!!
Harry Potter
Today was a hectic day but a productive day at that! I arose bright and early, eating breakfast at 8 and heading to the Colloseum by 9. In school I learned all about the gladiator fights and games that took place there, so to be able to see the Colloseum in real life was an exhiliarating experience. I then went to the Roman Forum, which I have also learned about in school. After exploring the forum, the group read a passage concerning Julius Caesar's death right next to his grave.
Next, the group headed up to the Capitoline Museum where we studied fantastic paintings and sculptures! Afterwards I grabbed some pasta with friends and we then shopped for gifts for our families. I will be watching the last Harry Potter movie with the group in just a few hours! It better be good. I must go get ready, we are all putting scars on our foreheads to fit in with the theme! Bye for now!
Next, the group headed up to the Capitoline Museum where we studied fantastic paintings and sculptures! Afterwards I grabbed some pasta with friends and we then shopped for gifts for our families. I will be watching the last Harry Potter movie with the group in just a few hours! It better be good. I must go get ready, we are all putting scars on our foreheads to fit in with the theme! Bye for now!
Athens and Rome, Oh My!
Wow! Athens was incredible! I would have to say that my favorite day in Athens was when we took a full day excursion to Mycenae and Nafplion and then, after walking down 999 steps, relaxed at the pebble beach (Argolic Gulf). The views were breath-taking and I truly felt myself take a step back into the history of the Mycenic people.
I only just arrived in Rome two days ago and I am already heal-over-heels in love with it. The Romans slow pace creates a nourishing and stress-free environment. The people are very friendly, the shops are cute, and the food is amazing! I had a delicious eggplant parmisan for dinner last night. The portion was perfect--not too big yet not too small. I am proud to admit that I have already had Italian Gelato three times. I must say, it is irrisistible!
As for now, my travels have been providing me with an enriching experience. I have been learning interesting information about the Greeks and Romans, while absorbing beautiful sights with my new friends. Also, all the walking is keeping me very fit! I cannot wait for the many opportunities to come this week in Rome and the following weeks in Florence and Paris!
I only just arrived in Rome two days ago and I am already heal-over-heels in love with it. The Romans slow pace creates a nourishing and stress-free environment. The people are very friendly, the shops are cute, and the food is amazing! I had a delicious eggplant parmisan for dinner last night. The portion was perfect--not too big yet not too small. I am proud to admit that I have already had Italian Gelato three times. I must say, it is irrisistible!
As for now, my travels have been providing me with an enriching experience. I have been learning interesting information about the Greeks and Romans, while absorbing beautiful sights with my new friends. Also, all the walking is keeping me very fit! I cannot wait for the many opportunities to come this week in Rome and the following weeks in Florence and Paris!
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