Perigueux Day 2

We woke up late this morning, relieved to not have to hear an alarm, and set out to find some breakfast. We actually ended up at the same place that we had previously eaten dinner because they had what will thought was a real breakfast, rather than just some pastry and espresso. We discovered that they had cappuccinos, and ended up having two each along with our breakfast. Will had an omelet with ham and cheese and fries, while I had a crepe with raspberry jam. After that, we headed over to the Roman part of town, where there use to be a Roman villa as well as a temple. There is still a large remaining center tower from the temple that dates back to 2nd century AD. It was amazing to look at something that had been around for such a long time.




Medieval Building

With the occasional part of a column or capital lying around, it was quite astounding. We then walked over to where the villa used to be. There is now a museum over the remains, but the floor is glass, so you can see everything. In fact the whole building is very modern with steel and glass walls, so we peaked inside and did not even have to pay to go inside! We continued to walk around the path and came across what use to be a Roman arena. There are only rubbles left now, and a beautiful park and garden inside, but you could still make out where some of the entrances use to be. We then did a bit of shopping around in some of the boutiques. At one of the many confectionaries, I got some really great flavored marshmallows which Will said tasted like flavored Peeps. I then found a great dress for only 12 euro, which was quite the deal! Just what I need…yet another dress!! After that we headed back to rest for a bit, and cool down. It was finally warm weather, in fact it was downright hot at around 88, but we can’t complain because it is much better than being cold.
After a rest, it was off to find some dinner. We came across a great Italian place in a small alley, and ate outside in their courtyard. It was a wonderful dinner with great ambiance. We headed back around 10, and it was still light out…we are that much further north, and made a quick stop along the way to get some Orangina to drink. I am pretty sure that I am turning orange from drinking so much, but I just can’t help myself! It was off to bed to get up early to catch another morning train to Nimes. We leave at 10, but don’t get there until 5:30. There is not a speed train available, so we have to take more of a regional line to get there. Luckily, we are staying for 2 nights, so we will be able to enjoy the town!

Carrie