The Roman Baths in Bath

I'd wanted to visit this amazing place for years, and being in the area it was just too good an opportunity to miss.

The Roman Baths are right next to the beautiful Bath Abbey, so very easy to find.  The booking in arrangements are fast and efficient and they are clearly used to considerable numbers.  Everyone is given an audio guide which is included in the entrance price.  At every stopping point there is a range of options to listen to, and if you did them all you'd be there for hours - although it would be very interesting!  There's even a contribution by Bill Bryson!

Almost immediately you step in to a walk way where you look down onto the greenish water of the bath.  The hot water spring rises at a rate of 1,700,000 litres each day at 46 degrees centigrade.  It bubbles up into the King's Bath which was built in the 12th cenytury AD.  Beneath the King's Bath is a reservoir built by Roman engineers who usedthe hot water to supply the baths.  The Romans also used two smaller hot springs nearby.  Just incredible.

There is just so much to see - spread over several floors, including a comprehensive museum.  I was particularly taken with the ghostly figures that silently acted out Roman life on the walls!

Not too surprisingly, parts round the Baths was quite uneven, so making it difficult for people with mobility problems.  However, there are lifts to every floor, and ramps. 

I really enjoyed my visit - a really unique and unusual experience.  
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