We had a late start this morning, waiting for some warmth to come. Visiting Europe in May cannot be recommended by me as it is far too cool to feel like holiday weather. Although the weather app may say we had a top of 23, that is only for a brief period and definitely not in the shade or indoors. I am living proof that one pair of jeans and two zip up windcheaters can be worn for a month!
Our first task was to check out a restaurant where we hope to celebrate a birthday tomorrow, and get one more Buon Ricordo plate. We only need one more to fill our wall space.
We have only eaten out at night twice since arriving in Italy and Kel was craving pasta so we had lunch in Piazza dell' Erbe where he had a penne amatriciana (not as good as I make according to him). I have been a bit off colour so gave lunch only brief consideration.
Another corner of the map beckoned and we found ourselves at Palazzo del Bo, the University. Founded in 1222 by a group of students and teachers from Bologna, it is the second oldest in Italy.
Opposite is the Municipio, another grand palazzo. View as seen through a large cast iron gate.
As we walked down Via Roma we experienced the typical Italian Sunday afternoon activity. Whole families were out walking, dressed to impress, and babies were the centre of attention. The shops were open and doing a great trade with the young, the street cafes were alive with the noise of barking dogs (fur kids) and people enjoying their Sunday.
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