taormina, take two.

taormina is, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful places on earth. on my second trip there i finally went to check out the ancient greek/roman theatre. while i was there it was still set up for the taormina film festival, so a huge screen was blocking the view of the sea... but it was almost better this way. the crazy contrast of modern technology and ancient architecture was astounding. apparently there are shows and concerts there all summer long. can you imagine sitting down watching a performance right where some toga-clad greek or roman person sat to watch a performance of their own THOUSANDS of years ago? that just blows my mind... i can neither confirm nor deny that i sat for a good few minutes looking at the seat next to me imagining a conversation with the man who sat there two thousand years ago.


here are some pictures from the day and, as always, check out my photo links page if you want to see more. i swear this place is what postcard photographers' dreams are made of.

and, yes, i was totally waiting for that guy to look up and be like "oh, miss evans, we're glad you're here! welcome! i hope everything is to your liking- why don't you head on in to the spa?" and, yes, i am ridiculous, but you should know that by now.