Viking Cruise to the British Isles Day 8
OR Worse Weather Than Port Angeles
Pretty much going to re-title this blog. We docked in Liverpool this morning and it was incredibly windy. Some light sprinkles in the morning but the sun did come out this afternoon. Really should have brought a hat that ties under the chin. Not terribly warm, 64 which is an improvement since the sun came out.
Liverpool banks heavily on being the birthplace of the Beatles and the inevitable Titanic connection (this is where it was commissioned, the White Star Line has offices here). Much as I love the Beatles, this is a bit much - the hospital where John Lennon was born, the primary and secondary schools John, Paul and George attended, etc. The city itself is young as European cities go. The two main cathedrals (Anglican and Catholic) were built in the 20th century. Still, the architecture is heavy sandstone with some embellishment. Lots of statues everywhere.
We are docked on the Mersey, a short walk to town. The Anglican Cathedral is the largest in the world and second only to St Peters in Rome for all churches. It's crazy big, and designed without pews so other events can be held there. The Catholic Cathedral is very modern. We couldn't go inside since the cruise line would not pay our entry fee. All in all, a cleaner, nicer town than Belfast or Edinburgh. Tomorrow it's off to Wales.
Trying to slack off on the food a bit. Tonight they are doing a special fish and chips dinner which has attracted my attention.
Still can't get the damn photos loaded. Will try a work around with my phone.
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