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The old tower in Jerica  
   

The old tower in Jerica

Our last night in Spain after some wonderful experiences

September 24th 2013
September 24, 2013 I am writing this from our balcony overlooking the village of Jerica, Spain. The bells on the clock tower have just let me know that it is 6:15. The bells are what they refer to as the "new bells," as they were installed on December 23, 1622. The town dates back to the Stone Age, but they really start recording things during the Roman period. A Muslim period followed in ... read more
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Spanish Flag 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
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