The museum was awesome! Loved the interactive displays. I learned a lot while there - and got a better understanding of some of the places I had been in town. The domed building where I shopped yesterday has been a marketplace of some sorts since the 1800's. The street I pass often that has " fortifications" in its name refers to the old fortifications that once surrounded the settlement. Below is a picture of parts of the old fortification walls. It is very thick.
I walked thru the museum chatting with a very nice lady from Belgium. It was also her first time in the city. It was only her second day in town, so she asked me for advice. Turns out her husband also works in the aviation industry. I enjoyed chatting with her.
Bonus at the museum - they have a Beatles exhibit there right now. Check out the Beatles' car on lone to the museum. Check out the picture of me singing "I want to hold your hand" on the stage of the karaoke exhibit with the Beatles in the background. Did I really sing or not?
I had a late lunch at a French boucharie/charcuterie (butcher shop/deli). Again, more fabulous food. This time a cassoulet (beans, sausages, ham, etc.) with a glass of wine. French music was playing in the background. I thoroughly enjoyed relaxing and people watching out the window.
Fortified city walls:
Building built upon foundation of an older building:
Sewer walls:
"I want to hold your hand..."
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