Thousands of years of history -- the bottom is the great Roman bath (the water is now green because it's uncovered, permitting algae growth, but in Roman times there was a roof and the water stayed clear); the upper segments were Georgian additions when Bath became popular in the 18th century; and the building looming in the background is Bath Abbey.
King Bladud, a mythical king who allegedly found the baths, and was cured of leprosy by them - I think 'Bladud' would be a great name for a celebrity kid.
The River Avon passing under the Pulteney Bridge.
The tea room in the Bath Assembly Rooms -- the Assembly Rooms were another hot place to visit during the Regency period, and dances and card games were available almost every night of the season.
dances, and card games, and dance cards, oh my!
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