Tuesday, 2 April 2013

Spain. Sevilla to Algeciras to Alcante to Leida



Left Sevilla, Mission is to cross over to Morocco....

31 March 2013






Cardiz 1 April   is said to be the oldest city in western Europe, as it was founded by Phoenician sailors about 3.000 years ago. Archeological remains can be found all around the old town he massive stone walls and forts that can be seen surrounding the old town were built to protect the city after the British Sir Francis Drake's attack and sacking in 1596. Visit the Cathedral in the old town and climb to the top of the North Tower for a nice view of the entire city












After waiting for two days our application for Morocco Visa was not approved ..left Algeciras for
 Malaga 2 Apr.

Malaga is a large city in the southern Andalucia and capital of the Málaga Province. The largest city on the Costa del Sol, Malaga has a typical Mediterranean climate and is also known as the birthplace of famous Spanish artist Pablo Picasso  It also offers some genuinely interesting historical and cultural attractions in its old city and its setting on the coast is still beautiful.






















Granada 3 Apr.







St. Augustine Basilica




















Murcia 3 Apr. 9.30pm  the capital city, sits on the banks of the Segura River east in the region. The impressive Gothic Baroque style Santa María Cathedral and Plaza del Cardenal Belluga are the city’s main tourist drawcards. Climb up to the top of the bell tower where you get panoramic views of the city  









Alcante 4 Apr. is known for its expansive public beaches, where you can enjoy sailing, sunbathing, and swimming in the Mediterranean Sea during warmer months. Alicante's main port is lined with diverse restaurants, bars and pubs serving seafood, tapas, cocktails, and wines until late




































A ghost ...a crucifixion???....got this wired, eerie shot...... when taking photos of sun-setting...near Cullerra,  Alacante









Leida 6 Apr. The Catalonian province of Lleida is one of the most mountainous provinces in Spain and the fourth and probably least-known province of Catalonia. It is located in the northeast of Spain.
Lleida incorporates part of the mountainous Pyrenees landscape, most notably the Aran valley. The area is especially popular for winter sports, in fact the area known as the Boí Valley has the highest ski resort in the Pyrenees. The capital city is built on the banks of the river Segre and is an important regional centre within Catalonia The Boí Valley with its nine early Romanesque church was declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 2001.
















Leida  7 Apr.





























































































































































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