Monday, August 23, 2010

Sunday - Monticello

We drove to Scott's then to Lunch. Our lunch stop.
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The inside is interesting.
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We drove to Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, our 3rd president.
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The view from the rear lawn.
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Monticello is built on a mountain top. The views are breathtaking.
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Sadly no pictures are allowed inside. The furnishings are far better than Michie Tavern. Jefferson was a wealthy man.
The kitchen. Photos are allowed in the "Slave" areas.
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The wine cellar.
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The gardens.
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Leaving Monticello.
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We stopped at "Carter Mountain Orchard" near by.
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The orchard also is on a mountain top.
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We returned to Scott's then returned to the RV.

2 comments:

Chuck and Anneke's RV travels said...

We loved Jefferson's home and the surrounding area.

Thanks for memories.

Randy and Terry said...

We loved Monticello. Such a gorgeous home and grounds. Glad you're having fun!