What another great day!! I think today has been my favorite day of the whole trip. I am from a small farm town and grew up on a farm, so I was looking forward to getting to see the country side of England.
Our first stop of the day was Stonehenge which was awe striking when I finally got up close. I love the mystery that is behind it and the secrets of history it holds. I also loved how the land around it is primarily pastures being grazed by herds of sheep. The sheep reminded me of how simple life is and how way back thousands of years ago when stone henge was built the simplistic lifestyle those individuals would have held.
From there we continued on to Stourhead which I think was easily the most beautiful place I have ever been. I am in love with trees, I particularly love trees that wind with giants roots that wrap you up in it and Stourhead had an endless supply. The grottos there with the moss covered imported Italian stone were a beautiful creation as well. My only wish was that more things were in bloom!!
Next we went to the town of Salisbury. I loved the quaintness of the town, more so than the hustle and bustle of London. I enjoyed an afternoon of window shopping and stopping in one too many bakeries. I also found a beautiful tea store and bought myself my very first teacup! (Which was probably a bad idea because I think I want to start collecting them now.) Then after we continued onto the Salisbury cathedral which I think I found even more gorgeous than Saint Paul’s! I loved the spire and the attention to detail and most of all of the stain glass windows!! I give this day a 10/10 even with the four hour total bus ride!
I loved getting to see these sheep up close! I grew up around farm animals and it was wonderful seeing them amongst the rolling hills and so close to the stones!
This picture still amazes me! I can’t believe I actually got to see the stones in person!
My favorite winding trees at Stourhead! Absolutely beautiful.
What I loved about this bridge can’t be seen in this photo. The walkway of the bridge was covered in grass and felt like it was such a unique, but complete part of the landscape.
Drawing of the bridge!
A picture of me and the beautiful grotto stones! I loved the feeling of exploring at Stourhead, it felt like an adult playground.
Salisbury was a gorgeous town! Felt very homey and quaint!
Best pastry shops I have found in all of England were in Salisbury.
Salisbury cathedral the attention to detail both inside and out were impeccable!
My first teacup encompasses one of my favorite things: Disney!!
I am glad that you enjoyed the fourth day. I, myself, enjoyed the fourth day as Stonehenge, Stourhead, and Salisbury were all surreal to visit. It was refreshing to view scenery rid of glass-and-steel buildings considering that the previous days involved sightseeing of London which is filled with contemporary buildings. The sheep-laden pastures surrounding Stonehenge were dream-like. The vastness and the emptiness of the pastures highlights Stonehenge as an historic site laden with mystery and heritage. Stourhead was a feast for the eyes. The lush greenery dotted with follies serves as a scenic garden meant to be explored time and time again. As I walked throughout the garden, I thought of my mother who appreciates parks and gardens that exhibit boundless greenery. With that said, it is my goal to take my mother to Stourhead in the future. I found Salisbury Cathedral spectacular and overwhelming at the same time. I am amazed at the engineering involved in the construction of the building considering that Salisbury Cathedral has remained for centuries. Also, owing to the level of ornamentation both on the exterior and on the interior of the building, I struggled to absorb every detail. I aim to take my father to Salisbury Cathedral in the future as he appreciates historical buildings.