Photo Update!!!

So, I was going to do a review of everything we had seen during our time in Bristol so far but decided that it would probably be far too long of an entry. Therefore, since a picture is worth a thousand words here is a 12,000+ word post for everyone to consume.  Hope you enjoy the photos and start planning what things you would like to see when you come to visit!

Queen's Square between the apartment and Amanda's office. Seems to be a great place for an afternoon picnic on a sunny summer day (assuming we ever find one of those!).

This statute of William III is in the center of Queen's Square. It was cast in 1733 to signify the cities loyalty to the King.

The base of the hill we walk up on the way to Amanda's office.It's quite a bit steeper in real life!!

Near the top of Brandon hill looking west. Can't quite see the states from up here.

Perhaps if I were to climb Cabot Tower (above) I could see the states. Maybe another day. I'll try to have the scaffolding down in time for visitors.

Near the top of Brandon Hill looking south.

View of the floating harbor off to the West.

Brunel's S.S. Great Britain from across the Harbor. Built in the local shipyards and launched in 1843 she served as the worlds first iron hulled, steam powered transatlantic ship. Throughout her history she has served as luxury passenger liner, troop ship and coal hulk among others. Scuttled and abandoned in 1937 near the Falkland Islands she remained there until 1970 when a massive salvage effort patched her holes and brought her back to Britain where the conservation and restoration effort took more than thirty years to complete. Can't wait to actually visit this museum.

View of the Floating Harbor towards the East.

Above is The Hole in the Wall tavern which claims to be location of the Spyglass from Treasure Island.

A side shot of St. Mary Redcliffe which is about two hundred yards from our apartment.

The spire of St. Mary Redcliffe. Still haven't been inside yet but the exterior is rather impressive.

I hope you enjoyed a brief view of Bristol. We will continue to post pictures in hopes that it will motivate all of our friends and family to come visit us soon and often.

Cheers!