If I were a nun...

At Lake Chiemsee there is a cloister on a separate island from the monastery. It was here that we saw the oldest building on our entire visit. The image on the right is the original building and dates back to 680 AD. This convent is still active and we saw several nuns around the grounds and in the chapel. It was inspiring to be in a place where so many saints have walked before us. One of the men on the tour with us was also moved and treated us to a chorus of song at the train station. This is not a place I will soon forget.

Bavarian Beauty

The Bavarian people are all very conscious of how the outside of their living spaces looks. On every window sill there are flowing boxes and pots of beautiful flowers - geraniums are a favorite. Their gardens never seem to have one bloom that has wilted. It is truly one of the most lovely spaces to rest your eyes.