Flashback Friday

The first time I went to England, I didn't have an opportunity to go far enough north to reach Hadrian's wall.  This wall is the furthest line of the Roman occupation under the emperor Hadrian.  It was begun in 122 AD.  It was 80 Roman miles in width, about 117 kilometers.

I sat there fascinated that centuries of people have come through that same space.  All different cultures, backgrounds, and with varying purpose.  While we were there many hikers also came by.  There is a bus that tours the area and will take you to the stops from one end of the wall to the other.  Or, if you are so inclined, you can take advantage of the friendly English view of sharing land, and walk the path yourself.

At this location the remains of a fort are used as a history stop and the people tell stories and play historical instruments and music.  So lovely.

I will definitely return to this area and explore further down the wall.  I'm sure there are many more stories for me to read and hear.

Linking to The Adventures of Christopher and Tia for Flashback Friday.  Won't you come visit?

M.E.