Pobena to Islares. A melancholic Atlantic.

Camino del Norte - Day 14 Pobena to Islares (22km)

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May 20th 2011
We saw a dramatic Atlantic this morning, crowded with gloomy skies. But as we walked along, the skies cleared. It's amazing how blue and the many shades of blue the Atlantic can appear in. The coastal walk led us through Castro Urdiales, a beach resort town, a less crowded version of San Sebastian. We had a satisfied lunch at Castro Urdiales and continued on to our destination today - a campin ... read more

Europe » Spain » Basque Country

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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