Friday, May 23, 2008

Stopover in Bordeaux

We read that Bordeaux is 'drab and boring' so we did not plan a stopover. We did however have time between trains so put our gear into a locker and caught the tram into town. It is anything but drab and boring.

Beautiful architecture of the Place de la Bourse, yhe wonderful Girondin monument with its green marble horses and fountain, the impressive Grande Theatre and Notre Dame with its vaulted ceilings and stained glass. We also admired the modern Miroir d'Eau.

Bordeau is indeed an interesting city and worth a full city. Even if it wasn't, they have lots and lots of wine!

2 comments:

Miss Di said...

I must admit to reading your first comment with disbelief. How can anywhere with that much wine be dull and boring? It does sound fascinating, if Iwin tonights lotto I'll make sure it goes on the itinerary .

theotherbear said...

I'm with sis... sounds like the perfect spot for a holiday! Powerball is up to 40 million this week. I might win it and pop over!