Barcelona

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Well this will be somewhat of an experiment to see if it is working for me since I am a real novice at this "blogging" business. Anyway we have had a few days in Barcelona, and it is an amazing city. In fact many of The group have said the same thing, that we wished we had more time to explore it more. The architect Antoni Gaudi is responsible for many amazing architectural buildings herI, built in his very unusual but unique style. Yesterday we visited two famous sites of his work, one the absolutely magnificent Sagrada Familia, a Cathedral, and a garden, called Park Guell, which showcases his unique style in statues, and various constructions. The garden is World Heritage listed. We were simply blown away when we walked into the Cathedral, it was so beautiful. We wanted to see all Gaudi's works in the Garden also, but unfortunately, it is strictly controlled as to the number of people allowed in each hour, (400) and we could not get in till 4.30 pm, and were not able to stay around till then. We also chase a trip to the famous Montserrat, the site of an ancient monastery, which has been rebuilt in more recent times. It opened to the public in 1930, but relics found, dated back to 3,000 BC, as well as wall sections dating from around 600's. quite old! We leave here tomorrow, so hopefully I will be able to write a more detailed blog, if this s successful. Donald's hockey and training as been very fruitful with no injuries, thank goodnessDodo more training in Leuven, then next week on to The Hague. Have included Some photos, and if successful, will add more next time. Love Donald and Carol

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Photos

Gaudi's Work
Some typical Gaudi Arcitecture

Hockey BBQ
Us at a BBQ after one of the hockey games

Bullfighting Ring
An old bullfighting ring now a shopping centre with restaurants on top