Bootleg Torero

Ciudad Rodrigo

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February 8th 2008
Well, as a continuation to my last pathetic little entry, my Carnaval began on Sunday morning. I was still sick, but feeling better, as I finally broke down and took an ibuprofen for my fever. Ruso & I left early for Ciudad Rodrigo. I was excited as it was our first trip together & was pleasantly surprised that we had a blast & had no problems travelling together...even though I tend to get gr ... read more

Europe » Spain » Castile & León » Salamanca

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Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in ... ... read more