Ancient acueduct

Ohhhh Segovia

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November 24th 2006
Proof that my little sister's video viewing habits have affected my adult life: When we were going to Segovia I asked my friend if this was where the Princess in the Princess Diaries reigned. What a nerdo am I (that city is Genovia for all of you that care). Anyway, Segovia is this charming little city with a Castle and many, many "renacamiento" iglesias and a synagouge. Most importantly ... read more

Europe » Spain » Castile & León » Segovia

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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