Delphi - Oracle of Apollo

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From Jon, Steph, Lily, and Austin

We are now in Delphi, site of the oracle of Apollo answered worldly questions. It sits high among the mountains with stunning views into the valley. Lily found the mountain winding roads to be a purging experience, yet not ridding of her spirit. We have gone from sea level to the 3000’ heights of Delphi.

On the way to this site, we traveled to Marathon, the home of the original starting point of the marathon. This is also where the Greeks fought the Persians. A soldier ran the 26+ miles from Marathon to Athens to announce the status of the war, prior to falling dead.

The waiter cringed when we ordered a “Gyro” which is suppose to be pronounced “Hero”. It still tasted very good - meat, lettuce, veggies, and French fries rolled up in a pita. Lily loves the onions, olives, and feya.

We rented a Very compact - car from Athens to get us here. It is the size of Lily's bathroom at home. Our surprise was the flat tire that we found on it this morning (now fixed). Driving in Greece is an amusement ride unto itself. Good thing for Jon's stick shift and Boston driving as a training ground when he was young.

Our last observation is that Greek culture is to smoke cigarettes regularly, despite the warning on packs in big letters simply and clearly stating "smoking kills".

On to Olympus and Volas tomorrow.

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Photos

Easter eggs
Austin found easter eggs for sale in the store. Pre dyed.

Mini Car
Austin and Lily with our rental.

Marathon
Bridge that we passed over in Marathon - very narrow, very steep, and one way.

Temple of Poisidon
Temple of Poisidon - stopped here on way out of Athens. Magnificent location sitting at the sea's edge on top of a cliff.

Delphi
misty day, but phenomena aura

Three Blue Smurfs in the rain
Austin, Lily, and Jon in front of the ruins of Oracle of Delphi.

Comments

[Cathy Planchart]

nice photos
Hey, thanks for the blog and photos. In this particular message only the photo of the Smurfs loaded. I'd love to see the photo of the car! I hope the horn works well. It sounds like you are having AWESOME adventures and a lot of fun. You are making many memories and you'll have great stories to tell for years to come. So, the lamb is good?! - Cathy

[The Fendls]

What an adventure!!!
Hey, Austin, Thanks for the email. We all miss you at school. Mr. Newett announced over the intercom that they're holding a book for you. :) Your trip looks like alot of fun and cool sites to see. We are looking forward to seeing your travels on this blog. Talk to you soon. John