Yes, just a day and a half left, and I'll be home soon.
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| [Atop the entrance of the Neanderthal Cave] |
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| [In the Cave of the Neanderthals] |
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| [Roman Prison Ruins] |
We went to Mossano earlier today (3-hour) hike, wherein we went into a cool cave covered with rocks and sand from years ago. There, Neanderthals used to live. It was interesting to see the dark coloration of the rocks, which was evidence that fire was used at the time. The area where we hiked up used to be joined in with Africa... I saw some fossils as well for there were coral reefs there years ago. During our next hike, we saw some Roman, prison ruins up this hill. It was such a picturesque view from above! We later went in this circular chamber, which we later learned as the place where a "special moment" took place. For our last stop, visited where water wheels were commonly-used. It was a nice hike down the path where fresh water freely passed the moss-covered rocks. After much walking and hiking, we headed back to the dorm and took our siesta.
Earlier, we had our last group dinner with a four-course meal. I enjoyed the sweet balsamic vinegar, and the best dish was the tortellini pasta with truffles (oh yes--it was amazing!)!!
2nd Vicenza Dinner:
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| Course 1: green pasta with bread dipped in balsamic vinegar and olive oil |
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| [Course 2: best tortellini pasta with truffle oil and creamy, Italian butter] |
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[mixed salad with sweet aceto (balsamic vinegar) and olive oil
plus porcini mushrooms with pork on top of mashed corn] |
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[mint gelato with sweet, drizzled chocolate syrup]
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It was the best four-course meal yet here in Vicenza! I can't wait to make truffle pasta at home!
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| [What better way to enjoy a group dinner than with wonderful friends?!] |
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