Melk and Durnstein

Started the day in Melk where there is a Benedictine Abbey that is out of this world with frescoes and paintings and guilded everything.
Then down the Wachau valley renowned for white wine in many varieties and apricots with everything including marmalade schnapps and ice cream.
Then Durnstien where King Richard Coeur de Leon was held captive for several years and ransomed back for zillions of silver. We climbed to the ruined castle on a hot afternoon for a stunning view of the valley. Evening concert on the ship by a slovak duo very versatile traditional and modern instruments. Tomorrow Vienna.