Shrines

Tapas, Sangria and Sun

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April 19th 2010
J and I arrived in San Sebastian after a crazy early flight but ready to go and mosey around the historic streets of San Sebastian. J of course wanted me to try the Tapas as a priority as it is my dream style of food and I have to admit I was pretty smitten and could have kept eating it all day. Instead we went for a very energetic walk up the steep hill to the look out where the gigantic statue o ... read more

Europe » Spain » Basque Country » San Sebastián

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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