Ode to a Grecian Spring


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May 31st 2011
Published: May 31st 2011
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Little did we anticipate the beauty of Greece in the Spring. The wildflowers, lush green vegetation, snow-covered peaks, and cool evenings were a pleasant surprise. The olive trees were in bloom with clusters of tiny white flowers that had a subtle sweet fragrance. Hillsides were covered with yellow, blue, and purple blossoms. Red and yellow poppies were abundant in all the fields. The air ha... Read Full Entry



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Delphi - Sanctuary of AthenaDelphi - Sanctuary of Athena
Delphi - Sanctuary of Athena

This has always been my mental picture of the site of the oracle. Not so, it was in the interior of the Sanctuary of Apollo. I like this better.
A very strange snail on the walls of DelphiA very strange snail on the walls of Delphi
A very strange snail on the walls of Delphi

What is it and what is the long spiral thing????? This was one of the weirdest and biggest snails we've ever seen. It was at least 5 inches long!
View of the valley below DelphiView of the valley below Delphi
View of the valley below Delphi

A valley of olive trees, the city of Itea, and the Gulf of Corinth
View from the topView from the top
View from the top

I forgot to take a photo of the BIG rock that is Monemvasia from the mainland. Someone is frequently reminding me of this, so this is the best you'll see of the BIG rock island.



14th July 2011

awesome breathtaking pictures Pamroe! sorry havn't kept up with Blogs. You'll have to make a trip to Hosier land while it is still warm:) although I doubt that is in your itenerary:) take care continue your Travel adventures. LOve, Carl , Abby and Carlea. enjoyed a Baileys without you the other day.

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