Then we headed up the coast to the Hearst Castle. I had toured this place thirty years ago and was eager to show hubby this over-the-top place. He used the word, "impressive" several times. That's a thumbs-up in my book.
Hearst had a love for architecture and art from Europe having spent one and half years there with his mother when he was 10 years old. So, at age 59 when he had made his millions, he started this mansion. Every public room is full of sculptures, carvings, and tapestries. The outside is not void of carvings either with two very tall towers that contribute to the castle look.
This is the gathering room that his guest (politicians & movie stars) would gather for "happy hour" before dinner.
The dining room was huge and it had wood carvings on each panel of the ceiling. All imported from Europe.
The morning room.
Some more scenes from the gardens outside.
Here's a photo of my favorite room....30 years ago and now! The indoor pool!
These gold designs are 22 carat gold. Lots of it in this pool and room!
AFter this tour, we went to the coast and saw a baby humpback that was in the bay, but he was shy and didn't show much of his body for a photo. Enjoyed a leisurely lunch at a patio overlooking this coast. Nice, eh?
Watched some surfers and caught them in action
Strolled around Solvang, the Danish town. It was a beautiful day, again!
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