As we are winding up our last week here in Jersey, we are trying to make sure we have seen all that we want to see. We have a few more items on the list. Dolly May – Ransomes, Simms & Jeferies limited traction engine – 1904. The engine was brought over to Jersey soon … More Ordering Prescription Drugs from Abroad, Steam, Motor & General Museum
Our favorite was the American float (of course!) We had the pleasure to be here in Jersey during their annual event that started back in 1902 called “The Jersey Battle of Flowers”. It grew from an event in 1902 to celebrate the Coronation of King Edward VII. Wizard of Auz (for Australia) All the “Oz” … More The Battle of the Flowers Parade
Mont Orgueil Castle We have seen the last of the castles in Jersey. This one was massive. A replica as looking from the top of the castle. A view to the inside grounds from above. The main fortress at the top of the hill. It was the main castle before Elizabeth castle was built to … More Mont Orgueil Castle
White Handed Gibbon from Southeast Asia – Endangered. Apparently they sing to each other We have been visiting so many historical places here on the island I told Chuck I really wanted to see something different. We decided to go to the zoo. Memorial of Durrell and his monkey Its actually the Durrell Wildlife Conservation … More Jersey Zoo
One of the 40 life sized gorilla sculptures scattered around town. I love the colorful bees on this one While at the museum, we visited a restored Victorian house that you can walk through with many flights of stairs. Although, there are newly added elevators that help us old folks! Sitting area in the Ginestet … More Restored Victorian House, Gorillas Gone Wild
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