Roman Ruins on the Very Southern Tip of Spain

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We choose the most southern tip of Spain,

Tariffa, as our jumping off point to Morocco.

We also thought it would warmer.

Little did we know that it is the

kiting capital of Europe.

So it was always windy.

We kept our coats on and

spent several days exploring.



A day at Baelo Claudi, an archeological city

from the ancient Roman Empire

on the Bay of Bolonia.

It became prosperous because of its fishing industry

and fish processing facilities –

they salted fish and also made a fish paste

from all the left over parts, a delicacy in Rome.

There were examples of aqueducts, roads,

theater, temples, markets, baths,

all surrounded by beautiful coastal countryside.

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Photos

Aqueduct near Baelo Claudia
There were three aqueducts to this small city.

Baelo Claudia basilica
Nestled in a beautiful coastal valley.

Kiting on the coast
Many colorful kites pulling surfers back and forth across the waves.

tapas, wine, and coffee break
The drive from Grazalema led us through the charming little town of Medina-Sidonia, a nice stop for lunch in the sun on the plaza.

FIESTA DE LOS REYES
On January 5 the three kings arrive in towns and cities of Andalusia, Spain. There is a big parade and gifts for children.

Tariffa Three Kings children's noise parade
Hundreds of children dragging cans through the cobble-stone streets make a deafening noise to wake the Three Kings or banish the fog giant from obscuring the star from the gift bearing Three Kings.

Alameda Plaza, Tariffa, Spain
Our hotel room balcony overlooked this plaza.