On the Rhine

A boat ride on the Rhine, it seems, is a part of most trips to Germany. The Rhine is known for having many castles, and this short stretch of the river is no exception, as 3 of the pictures show. The 1st picture is a look downriver from the boat in what is called the Rhine gorge. The 2nd is a look at Bingen of Hildegard fame.
The last picture is Lorelei Rock. This is the tallest rock along the Rhine at the deepest and narrowest point on the river. And this is about the sharpest bend in the river: a formula for lots of crashes.
Tradition says a young woman named Lorelei committed suicide by jumping from the top after finding out about an unfaithful lover. She is said to have become the first siren, luring sailors onto the rocks.Read more