Tuesday, April 19, 2016

April 19, 2016. Brutal biking in the Barossa!

LOCATION:  Lyndoch in the Barossa Valley, near Adelaide
WEATHER:  HOT!  Very sunny. Highs about 85

Our hotel is part of a beautiful winery, the Barossa Chateau.

We learned that the owner, about 15 years ago, had a burning desire to meet the Queen of England.  So, he built the world's biggest rose garden and invited her to preside over the grand opening ceremony.  She did!  The roses are not at their peak now, since it is Autumn here, but still pretty.

We strolled around the gardens, then went on an art tour of the chateau.

The tour showed us the beautiful artwork collected by the owner.  The chateau is used for high tea.

See next post for more news about this fun day.

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