We began our day in Pistacia Vera Bakery.
As soon as we walked in I knew that I would go over board on the baked goods.
Plus I was starving and they just happened to have salmon tartar. I was sold.
On this particular day the sun was shining and the temperature was perfect.
We decided to enjoy our lunches outside on the patio.
Macaroons, French shortbread, and a pistachio chocolate chip cookie. I mean hello.
There baked goods were so good we went back in to order more after we finished our lunches.
Look at that salmon tartar. I'll go back to Columbus just for this salmon tartar it was that good.
That rye bread croissant was delightful.
A very delicious lunch.
I ended up ordering more macaroons and another cookie.
Next we were off to the bookstore.
This particular bookstore houses 32 rooms of books.
Room after room of all different kids of books from classic literature to gardening.
I was in pure bliss. I have never been surrounded by so many books.
The black trim with the dark red brick and appealing front yard. I had all the feels for these marvelous buildings.
The garden outside of the shop reminded me of a fairy garden.
Fountains flowing, flowers growing. Beautiful people and books.
Greenery, ivy, brickstone.
Off to wonder the streets in search of hidden treasures this city has to offer.
St. Mary's School.
Unique yard decore.
Hansel and Gretel
For a short time I was lost in this city's beauty. Wandering the streets, admiring the buildings, loving every minute of it. I imagined what the city looked like in it's heyday. German immigrants used to call these buildings home. The trinket shops that we see now used to be stores and shops that made the city thrive. They provided income for the villagers and helped the economy to grow.
We were coming upon the end of our day. But before we headed back I had to find out what this interesting building was. It's hexagonal design caught my eye and I just had to know what it was. I walked up the street a ways and found the building.
It is a private home. *gasp*
Known as Srhwartz Castle. *double gasp*
I got to mark something off my bucket list.
And I got to marvel in some German history.
Namaste.
My friends.
*Shine like Glitter*
I am glad I got to enjoy this trip with a lovely group of people.
It was a beautiful day.
The sun was shining.
The sky was clear.
