Small canals in 'Little Venice' area of Puerto de Mogan

Wanderings in Gran Canaria - 1

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September 28th 2013
Having enjoyed the superb weather of the British summer we decided, at fairly short notice, to book a two week holiday to Gran Canaria staying in the picturesque resort of Puerto de Mogan. A restful and relaxing trip would allow us to continue our adjustment from hectic working lives to a more leisurely, at least in theory, retired life. It would also allow us to continue to enjoy hot and sunny we ... read more

Europe » Spain » Canary Islands » Gran Canaria

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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