A visit to the Natural Bridge

About a month ago, we went for a weekend trip to the Natural Bridge in Virginia.

The Natural Bridge is exactly what its name says (see pictures below). 

What we found very surprising is that even today it is used as such. On it there is a road and even large trucks can cross it. 

Apparently the respect for nature and heritage is more of a good intention than an actual action.

Enjoy the pics: 

Very close to the Natural Bridge there are some caves that can be visited with a guided tour. 

I haven't been so deep underground (300 feet / 100 m).

What surprised us was that when leaving the Natural Bridge park we asked for directions to get to the caves. We were told to take the car and drive for a quarter of a mile (400 m)... 

The evening before, while we were taking a short walk to stretch our legs after a 3h drive, we noticed that a family took their car to go downhill less than 0.1 miles (about 150 meters).

Apparently (some) Americans have a problem with walking, which partly explains the weight and size of some people.

A visit to the saddest place in Washington DC - The Holocaust Memorial

Today I went and visited one of the saddest places (on Earth... probably) 

I went to visit the Holocaust Memorial in Washington DC. I know a lot about World War II and the Holocaust. I want to know more, not because of sic pleasures (actually I was very happy that I didn't eat too much before the visit), but because we have to know our history in order to not repeat it.

What surprised me is that it was incredibly crowded and that there were lots of children. Seeing 4-14 year old youngsters who go and visits a memorial of systematic-organized mass-murder brought many feelings... Fortunately they will not repeat it...

Naturally, I was interested in what this memorial had to say about my country of birth - Romania. Now, after the visit, I wonder, why haven't I learned these things in history lessons at school? Unfortunately I know the answer.

To some extent, it is awkward to be sad and to be happy for the decision to go...

I can't say Enjoy the pictures. That would be truly out of place. Before starting the tour, an employee of the museum wished us (visitors) to have a memorable experience... that is what I wish you: