Where in the world am I? (#15)

It’s Wednesday so that means it’s time for another “Where in the world am I?” photo challenge! Like in weeks past, I’ll give no clues up front, but will periodically tweet and post clues on my Facebook and Google+ pages to help you out. So, if you don’t already follow me on Twitter, click HERE.

Here are the rules:

Leave your guess here on my blog only (not on Facebook or Twitter) by Friday, September 30th at noon (PDT)
I’ll be giving out hints via Twitter & Facebook throughout the day on Wednesday and Thursday.
One guess per hint (i.e.: with each hint, you can leave a new guess).
One winner will randomly be selected from those who answer correctly and will be featured on my Facebook Fan Page, Twitter and Google+ Page with his/her name, blog (if applicable), twitter, as well as a brief bio.
Anyone can participate!

So, do you know where this photo was taken?

Here are the clues I’ve given so far:

Clue #1: This city was founded by the Romans in 43 CE.

Clue #2: This city has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.

Clue #3: Last year, the city featured painted lion sculptures that were auctioned off for charity.

Clue #4: This park is on a river and there are mineral springs nearby.

You’re not done yet! Be sure to check out Budget Travel Adventures where you can play along with more fun photo challenges!

The answer & winner for this week’s “Where in the world am I?”

I thought this one would be difficult, but four people got it right this week. However, after randomly selecting a winner, congratulations are due to Daniël at Globe-Trekking.com. This photo was taken at the gorgeous Parade Gardens in Bath, England. The city has been world famous for its mineral springs ever since the Roman times (when it was known as Aquae Sulis).

Daniël shares his love for travel on his blog and believes that nothing is better in life than the ability to see and experience the world. Whether you are tasting, seeing, smelling or hearing; something is bound to touch your senses. Be sure to check him out on Facebook and follow him on Twitter too!

Shout-outs to Jenna, Nancy and Alan for getting it right too!

Here was last week’s photo, correctly identified by Debbie Beardsley at European Travelista. This photo shows artist Nancy Rubins’ art installation, “Pleasure Point” at the La Jolla branch of the San Diego Museum of Contemporary Art. Debbie shares her love of Europe on her blog, European Travelista. You’ll find inspiration for your next adventure, re-live a prior trip, or just dream. Be sure to check out Debbie on Facebook and follow her on Twitter too!

Michael Figueiredo is a freelance travel writer based in Los Angeles, California. When he’s not gallivanting around the world, he’s enjoying the laid-back lifestyle and perfect weather of Southern California. So far he’s visited thirty-six countries and territories on five continents. His goal is to see at least one new country every year! . Read more from this author

Caanan @ No Vacation Required

Twitter: @nvrguys

Posted September 28, 2011 at 9:29 AM

I don’t know but, um… there is a topiary lion RIGHT BEHIND YOU!
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Michael
Twitter: @struxtravel

Posted October 1, 2011 at 1:55 PM

Haha!!
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Darryl Musick

Posted September 28, 2011 at 10:38 AM

I’m guessing Salzburg?


Michael
Twitter: @struxtravel

Posted September 28, 2011 at 11:04 AM

Nope, but good guess!
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  Darryl Musick
  
  Posted September 28, 2011 at 11:48 AM
  
  Hmmm…then, I’d have to say this looks a lot like Bath.
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    Michael
    Twitter: @struxtravel
    
    Posted September 30, 2011 at 8:04 PM
    
    You’re right Darryl!

Daniël

Twitter: @dereizigercronk

Posted September 28, 2011 at 11:22 AM

You are in Bath, England


Michael
Twitter: @struxtravel

Posted September 30, 2011 at 8:04 PM

You’re right Daniel!

Alan Uphold

Posted September 28, 2011 at 4:13 PM

You are (or were at the time of this photo) at the Parade Gardens in Bath, Somerset, England. Looks like fun. Hope you’re well. Don’t let anyone steal my answer!


Alan Uphold

Posted September 28, 2011 at 4:14 PM

Um, I think I did that wrong, cause my answer just got posted. Oops.

Michael
Twitter: @struxtravel

Posted October 1, 2011 at 1:56 PM

Yep! You are right Alan. And you got the name of the park too!
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Jim

Twitter: @jimshu2000

Posted September 28, 2011 at 4:32 PM

Well needs to be warm to grow those crassulacae. Seen similar in Rothschild house gardens in England So I’ll guess London. Buckingham Palace gardens.
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Jeremy Branham

Twitter: @budgettravelsac

Posted September 28, 2011 at 5:54 PM

I am going to guess London!
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adventureswithben

Twitter: @adventureswben

Posted September 28, 2011 at 6:13 PM

I was going to say Versailles, but I think I’m wrong.
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NLM

Posted September 29, 2011 at 5:36 PM

I’m guessing Bath.

Nancy
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Michael
Twitter: @struxtravel

Posted September 30, 2011 at 8:04 PM

You’re right Nancy!

Jenna

Twitter: @thismyhappiness

Posted September 29, 2011 at 5:38 PM

Bath, England. Beautiful place!


Michael
Twitter: @struxtravel

Posted September 30, 2011 at 8:04 PM

You’re right Jenna!

Walking Tours Rome

Posted October 7, 2011 at 5:17 PM

Wow! I didn’t expect that to be in England.

Lyka Ricks

Posted October 12, 2011 at 4:25 AM

I’m looking forward for another guessing photo challenge! I hope i will get it right too.
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Emme Rogers

Twitter: @Roamancing

Posted October 13, 2011 at 6:54 AM

I have no idea where you are, but just wanted to say, what a cool idea and what a fun game.

~ Emme
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Michael
Twitter: @struxtravel

Posted October 13, 2011 at 8:37 AM

Thanks Emme! Jeremy at Budget Travel Adventures started the challenge (and invites others to join in too.)

Figueiredo kathy

Posted October 23, 2011 at 3:28 PM

Hey I finally know one of these. Dad and I were there last year. The answer is Bath!! We went to that wonderful little park under the bridge and then went shopping nearby.