They warned us, before we ventured out, that it would be freezing right by the stones. They are in the middle of a field and there is basically no shelter from the wind. Boy, were they right!
Side note: If you click on any of the pictures, it will make them bigger for you. Just thought you might want to know.
This is the cathedral we visited. It boasts the highest steeple in England. I think they said it was over 400ft tall - kind of incredible to look up at when you are standing right next to it.
We had a lovely day - with some sun peeking out now and again! It was nice but still a tad bit chilly. We were all pretty excited to wander into the church and be warm for a bit.
View of the steeple from inside the courtyard.
Posing the in courtyard. Notice the Poundland bag (that's their dollar store here)
Hallways of the magnificent church. It is part of the Church of England
Inscription on the fountain.
The clouds made for a beautiful backdrop.
Fountain in the center of the church. Recently put in for the 800th (?) anniversary of the building.
The stained glass surrounding the building was beautiful. It is said there is a window for every day (or hour... I can't quite remember) of the year and an entrance for every month.
Sneak peak of the inside:
Ceiling
More GORGEOUS windows!
There were graves surrounding much of the church. This was the grave of Jane Grey.
This is the heel stone at Stonehenge.
Stonehenge!!!
Here's me! :)
We explored this old building in the town of Salisbury.
With this magnificent staircase!
And this old courtroom, which was used until a few years ago.
Side note: It is TkMaxx here... not Tj. Thought I'd share that tidbit!
Overall, we had a gorgeous day filled with travel and sightseeing. It was great to see the English countryside, which was a lot like I predicted it to be. Enjoy!
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