A large Roman bath in the remains of a villa. A bit like the hot tubs of today.
For lunch we were taken to a centre run by women who were learning hospitality and cooking skills. The centre is funded by the non profit making organisation, Planeterra, which promotes sustainable tourism benefitting local communities. The travel company I use, G Adventures, is in partnership with Planeterra and wherever possible in the world your tour will include a visit to one of the community projects. I have always been very impressed with the work they do. The meal was huge, so much delicious food.
A tea ceremony followed the meal. Mint tea is offered to us wherever we go.
The main course was centred around this meat pie which had a very sweet, sugar coated pastry on it. Not to my taste but interesting to try.
Why is mint tea so popular? Roman sites appear in lots of places.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you had air conditioning!
ReplyDeleteThere's so much ancient history in such a small area. The mosaics are a wonder. The tour sounds very good, and your companions all seem younger than you, and I expect less likely to complain than some older people might.
ReplyDeletewow what a lovely looking lunch and the ladies have big smiles on their faces too, have a nice weekend.
ReplyDeletePhew! Thank goodness your hotels had air conditioning!
ReplyDeleteSo much history where you are visiting.
Thank you for also highlighting Planeterra, the non profit making organisation.
That meat pie looks nice but an unusual mix of ingredients . . . always nice to try different tastes.
Wishing you happy October days.
All the best Jan
The musicians at the end of the dining room makes for a perfect evening. I am less certain about the belly dancers, however.
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