Waking this morning was like day and night from yesterday’s dreary scene in Aachen.
I did quite a bit of walking around to check out the sights and also went to look around the university here, RTWH. Apparently, it is a very well renowned uni in the area.
It was a beautiful day with dense blue sky. The heat is back. The sun unrelenting. But, there was a calm breeze weaving through the leaves.
I like Aachen. It is a happening little city with beautiful old buildings, yet still lush with greenery. It was originally a spa town where the Romans stopped to bathe… or something. There are thermal baths you can visit here, but I am sweating just thinking about entering a thermal bath. Also, Charlemagne was buried here. nbd.
Germany, particularly the south – at least, the little that I have seen of it – creates an unique feeling in me. Sort of a feeling of comfort, but elevated.
The juxtaposition of such old things – buildings, ruins, cobblestone streets – as a backdrop for cutting edge modernity and innovation is pretty cool. Walking through the university I especially felt this. The same when I was in Munich and visited the technical school there.
Maybe, I am just a massive nerd who gets excited by structures dedicated to academia.
Anyways…
Returning from my walk, I spotted a hair salon and decided to make an appointment. I have been toying with the idea of getting bangs for a long time and I figured this is the best time to try. If it turns out like a bowl cut, I won’t have to confront anyone who knows me anyway.
I went for a short run this afternoon but it was certainly more of a walk-run. I used the excuse of “checking directions” to stop quite a bit.
My hairdresser spoke English quite well. Her first language is German, she knows French fluently, and also English. There I was with my one and only language, English. I have to admit I feel rather pathetic being unable to speak another language. This trip has me really thinking I would like to become fluent in a second language – likely French.
After the cut I had a drink and dinner and made my way back to my hostel. I am taking it easy tonight before heading off to Maastricht tomorrow.
I am so excited to get to the Netherlands! I haven’t been there since I left Delft two years ago.
DOTD
An Idiot Broad Abroad 