Yesterday's adventure lead us to Jericho. We were able to see a huge tel, which is a big mound of dirt that civilizations have built upon other civilizations for a very long time. It was cool to see a piece of the tower that is the oldest man made thing in the world. Dont worry I have pictures but don't think it deserves a blog post by itself...
After that we headed to Herod's winter palace. It was cool to see what is remaining of it and to know and study this King a bit more. Man this man had problems. He was paranoid and believed everyone was out to get him. He killed his kids, wife, brother, brother in laws and a couple of friends because they were out for his throne. While looking at the ruins a little boy and girl with two baby goats came to greet us. Talk about a swarm of cameras attacking these two poor kids. Our teacher and some other students gave them so money, I think it was for their bravery towards us 83 students wanting a picture. I found it funny how our professor was telling us not to step on anything that is from the original piece and to watch this little goat pee on one of the places we should not step on. I bet local kids play all over these structures and we couldnt go into certain places or step in certain areas. Dont worry I totally went in these areas to get the cool pictures, of course when he wasn't looking... heheh
Then we went to see the st. George monastery. I loved all the photos I was able to get and I am so grateful for my camera and the remarkable zooming features it offers.
Well that is for now, lunch is served in one minute and have to get there before the boys..
Pretty cool Kelsey. You still need to look at Huntsman's blog and compare notes. I looked at his and then yours. They get to go to the sites to prepare before you guys go.
ReplyDeleteI am glad you have a wonderful camera to haul around to take once in a lifetime pictures. BE a rule follower!!!