Columbus

Barcelona day 3

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September 7th 2008
Thursday 4 September Today was as much fun as you can have either standing still or walking for miles in a vibrant, dynamic city. We decided against any tours and just roamed the city. We started late after a few phone calls home and updating the blog at the Internet cafe across the road. The local fruit and fish market has become a favourite with freshly squeezed juices, bakeries, fish and fr ... read more

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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