We left Erlangen February 1st bound for Italy. The Humboldt has kindly funded a month for John to conduct research with his old buddy, Daniele. The journey south proved to be really beautiful through Munich, Innsbruck, Verona and on to Bologna. This is the view as we approached Innsbruck.
This is a castle we saw once we entered Italy. It really seemed like the landscape, architecture, and the color of rocks and soil changed once we crossed the border.
This is the view from Daniele's second floor porch on our first morning in Bologna.
We took a short drive to the coast of the Adriatic Sea on our first Sunday in Bologna. It was a surprisingly short drive, about 45 miles, and a really beautiful coastal area. Of course we collected a "sample" of shells. It was so refreshing to be at the beach. There is something incredibly soothing about listening to the waves, collecting shells, and especially the smell of ocean air.
This might make an interesting trace fossil one day. If you look at the hole in the center of the picture there is an imprint of the sole of a shoe just above it. This is from one of the many fashionistas on the beach that day.
This is a castle we saw once we entered Italy. It really seemed like the landscape, architecture, and the color of rocks and soil changed once we crossed the border.
This is the view from Daniele's second floor porch on our first morning in Bologna.
We took a short drive to the coast of the Adriatic Sea on our first Sunday in Bologna. It was a surprisingly short drive, about 45 miles, and a really beautiful coastal area. Of course we collected a "sample" of shells. It was so refreshing to be at the beach. There is something incredibly soothing about listening to the waves, collecting shells, and especially the smell of ocean air.
This might make an interesting trace fossil one day. If you look at the hole in the center of the picture there is an imprint of the sole of a shoe just above it. This is from one of the many fashionistas on the beach that day.
Hey Laura,
ReplyDeleteGreat Post. All the picutres were great! I particularly liked the one of John on the seashore. You well captured the "John-standing-and-observing-little-shell" look that he has.
love you guys,
-Adam
Thanks, Adam! That is my favorite picture.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your last week or so in Europe. We will miss you.
Love you guys.