Covington, LA has a fine old cemetery with all the charms one expects from a Louisiana cemetery - tombstones toppled or askew, crumbling masonry with ferns growing out of it, a symphony of green and gray.
Saturday, October 29, 2016
City of New Orleans
The California Zephyr was a tough act to follow in terms of scenery. One of the scenic highlights of the City of New Orleans train that runs between Chicago and New Orleans is the menu above. Otherwise there are lots of scenes like the one the below. Another distinction: it is among the bumpiest rides Amtrak has to offer.
Chicago
The end point of the California Zephyr is Chicago Union Station (below). We had some five hours to pass until our next train, the City of New Orleans. Due to unusually mild weather we were able to explore the city and I must say that I had my most pleasant experience of Chicago to date. Previously when I had passed through the city it was either freezing cold or excessively bleak and overcast. This time we were able to stroll along the lakefront, stop for coffee and dinner, and enjoy looking at people and architecture. A welcome development indeed.
Friday, October 28, 2016
Denver Union Station
The surprise of this train ride was Denver Union Station, built
in 1881 and recently renovated to become one of the best railroad stations
in the country. Who knew that it was a destination, complete with hotel,
restaurant, coffee shop, bookstore and Christmas lights? At some major
train stops you can't even buy a newspaper. This one is up there with
the best.
Thursday, October 27, 2016
snow and ice
As we continued further into the Rocky Mountains, snow and ice gradually reappeared... until it was everywhere. The transition from desert to alpine scenery was very beautiful.
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