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reviews_and_ramblings ([personal profile] reviews_and_ramblings) wrote2010-07-28 06:36 pm

On Cruise, day 2: Olympia

First day in Greece; sincerely the ruins of Olympia are not what I was expecting, but then, it's among the oldest archeological digs, and most of it was destroyed during an earthquake. Today was more a cultural stop, tomorrow I will see the typical seaside villages (I hope).

 

















 

[identity profile] shadownyc.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 03:39 pm (UTC)(link)
The ruins have a beautiful, romantic quality to them.

I look forward to seeing the modern pics you share with your next exploration. :)

[identity profile] elisa-rolle.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 03:44 pm (UTC)(link)
I'm at the middle of my cruise and I would have liked to see a lot more... next time, as I prefer, I will be independent.

[identity profile] jan-irving.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 03:41 pm (UTC)(link)
Wow, you took some kick ass photos. I've been to Olympia, so I appreciate the look back. :sigh: Can't wait to see more. Must be hot there now though!

[identity profile] elisa-rolle.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 03:45 pm (UTC)(link)
Not so hot, just 35° celsius ;-)

[identity profile] vorvolaka.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 04:16 pm (UTC)(link)
That's positively scorching for a Scottish lass. Height of summer and it's a balmy 16C. Unfair!

[identity profile] elisa-rolle.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 05:37 pm (UTC)(link)
LOL, this is more or less "fresh" also for Italy. We easily reach 40°C.

[identity profile] riaki.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 04:22 pm (UTC)(link)
Olympia!Haven't been there since I was back in school
^-^ Very nice pictures you captured there.

Where exactly are you heading at in Greece, just touring the most famous archaeological places? I am Greek and curious. Perhaps I could give you an insider tip if I know something extra? ;)

[identity profile] elisa-rolle.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 05:38 pm (UTC)(link)
Santorini, Mykonos and Rhodes. Unfortunately this is a cruise, my mother has a disability, and this was my gift to her. It was easier like that, but I have to see what they want to show me :-(

[identity profile] riaki.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 06:55 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh I see!Have fun with you mother on your cruise then. I think this was a very sweet gift for her ;)

Still if you need any info or help or anything basically, let me know. I will be pleased to help :)

[identity profile] elisa-rolle.livejournal.com 2010-07-29 11:25 am (UTC)(link)
Maybe I will come back by myself, and maybe I will ask then. Thank you!

[identity profile] granamyr.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 05:23 pm (UTC)(link)
I'm curious where you're going, too. If you're headed to Mycenae or Tiryns, take LOTS of pictures!

[identity profile] elisa-rolle.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 05:36 pm (UTC)(link)
Tomorrow Santorini and Mykonos, the day after tomorrow Rhodes. It's a cruise so we have fixed stops.

[identity profile] vashtan.livejournal.com 2010-07-28 06:19 pm (UTC)(link)
Thanks for taking me to Olympia - exactly what I needed today...

[identity profile] elisa-rolle.livejournal.com 2010-07-29 11:23 am (UTC)(link)
Welcome to my trip ;-)

[identity profile] veggieg.livejournal.com 2010-07-29 12:31 am (UTC)(link)
Thank you for sharing these wonder sighs with us, perhaps someday I could see them with my own eyes.

Hope you have a great trip <3

[identity profile] elisa-rolle.livejournal.com 2010-07-29 11:24 am (UTC)(link)
My pleasure; I usually see more in a day, but I need to follow the path ;-)

[identity profile] snowmore.livejournal.com 2010-08-09 01:20 am (UTC)(link)
Great photos!