Ironbridge - Shropshire, England

Hello everyone!
Today we went for a lovely Sunday afternoon stroll along the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Iron Bridge Gorge. Making the most of this opportunity, I got to test my new camera's capabilities in less than perfect weather.

Located in Shropshire, just South of Telford, the Iron Bridge Gorge is the site of the World's first cast iron bridge. Built in 1781, it was a popular crossing over the River Severn, 2 miles from the next closest bridge. This area of Shropshire was famous for the use of iron ore and coke from local mines, spurring industrialisation. Enjoy photos of the gorge!

Itsukushima - Buddhist Temple Drumming

On our hike up Mount Misen - on the island of Miyajima/Itsukushima - we stumbled across a small temple. Within the temple was a congregation of worshippers, following the sonorous chants of a Buddhist monk.


When we arrived - he began using his large drum. Have a look at just a small portion of this surreal piece of meditation!