Walter Hinteler wrote:Actually, it's more an "uphill tram to Jesus" than a railway, I thing.
Very profound, Brother Walter.
Train to Sugarloaf mountain to see that immense statue of Jesus.
Letty, Sugar Loaf is not the mountain that has the religious significance.
the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor)
The Statue of Christ the Redeemer, standing 30 metres (98ft) tall and overlooking the city of Rio de Janeiro, is one of the tallest statues in the world. The statue represents Jesus standing with outstretched arms and is one of the most famous symbols of this lively city. Developed by the engineer Heitor da Silva Costa and originally conceived in 1921, construction started in mid-1926 and was completed in 1931. The statue sits on top of Corcovado Mountain (Hunchback Mountain) located in Tijuca National Park, a popular area for picnics and walking. From the statue there are superb views of Sugar Loaf Mountain, downtown Rio de Janeiro and Rio's beaches.
Letty, Yes; most people do not see the tram that goes up to see Cristo Redeemer, so I thought this one would be "fun." Go. I'll be gone for about one hour.
Thanks, Walter. That was the clue that Letty needed.
Back in a few with a place.
Why, Virginia, of course!
Natural Bridge
Right, soccer. <smile> Can you name the city?
Wow, Letty, that's an amazing place to visit. Thanks.
Natural Bridge Virginia is in Botetourt County, Virginia
When searching I found this
interesting site
We'll be in Washington DC in September, and I'm seriously thinking of doing a trip to Natrual Bridge. It's awesome!
Sorry, y'all. My weekend guests wore me out, and I took a looooog nap. Hey, Lexington, Virginia is very close, as is Roanoke.Thanks, Francis for that history. Indeed it is a lovely drive and a beautiful place.
One of you take a turn, ok? I guess George was the first to get the place.
Walter Hinteler wrote:Waiting for Rapanzel?
In our case, Walter, that would be like waiting for Godot.
