That was a quote from my friend/roommate Riley who is on he trip with me. So, everyone had a hard time sleeping last night (I guess the time change is still messing with us) and we had to be up super early to catch the bus to go to Italica, which is ancient Roman ruins outside of Seville. So, everyone was a little bit out of it this morning when we got on the bus, and while we were looking forward to the trip, it was going to be a VERY long day (I didn't get to drink any coffee, and for those of you who know me well know that I should not be messed with before I have my coffee in the morning). So, while the day was off to a rough start, I knew that it would be an exciting day.
Italica was created by a Roman general to serve as a place where injured Roman soldiers would be held during the Battle of IIipa. The gladiator arena is the most well-preserved part of the city and the is third most well-preserved arena after the Colosseum and another arena in Northern Africa.
The mosaic tiles once served as the floors of different houses
The center of the arena where the lions and gladiators fought
Me and my friend Erin at the arena
The different levels of seating. The top level was for women, the middle was for middle class men, and the lowest level was for elites.
After we were given the tour of Italica, we boarded the bus again and headed to the beach (in what seemed like hours of traffic). We eventually made it, and the beach where we were was a very touristy place, complete with restaurants, shops, etc. It was super fun because I am in desperate need of a tan. But, I was the sunscreen expert and made it through the day with no sunburn!
throw what you knowwwwww
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