Around the island

Again, a quick paragraph and some photos. Today (Monday) we’re off on the around the island boat trip, assuming when we get down there it’s not already packed (it’s a popular trip) as we’ve not bought tickets yet. That’s going to take us from 10.30 to 17.30, includes BBQ lunch, drinks and stops for swimming, cost €40.00 each, I believe. It’s a trip well worth taking when you are here. You get to see some parts of the island you don’t normally see and usually end up meeting lots of new people. There are also the Diagoras and the new Maria boats to take day trips on; check out the travel agencies when you are here.

So, some more shots from over the weekend and the day at Nimborio. How to find the mosaic:

Heading to the mosaic at Nimborio. 1. Walk along the beach at the far end of the bay... — Heading to the mosaic at Nimborio. 1. Walk along the beach at the far end of the bay… (This shot is looking back at the way you just came.)

2. Turn up the old riverbed - not easy underfoot so take care — 2. Turn up the old riverbed – not easy underfoot so take care. Stone steps are middle left, after the ruin.

3. Turn left at the steps to the church (blue and red dots on wall) and follow that path a little way and you'll be here. — 3. Turn left at the steps to the church (blue and red dots on wall) and follow that path a little way and you’ll be here.

4. Looking back at the view from the church gate.

5. Enter the church gate/doorway and you will see a tin shed on your right. What's left of the Roman mosaic is under that; parts are gone, the rest needs restoration, but... — 5. Enter the church gate/doorway and you will see a tin shed on your right. What’s left of the Roman mosaic is under that; parts are gone, the rest needs restoration, but…

6. Behind the church (three chapels actually) is a courtyard you can rest in and find shade.

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