George and the Dragon, Botines

October 11th 2016
Well, many kilometres really, but not a step closer to Santiago . This morning I wandered into town alone as John was having a rare sleep in and it didn't seem fair to wake him. The gardens along the rio Bernesga are very peaceful early; ahhh, the serenity! Reminds me of Bonnie Doon. After a short walk I had breakfast in a lovely cafe and was given a shot of orange juice and a sweet donut, gratis; ... 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

12th October 2016

taracloud
Tara Cloud

Brilliant day in Leon!
Great to take a day off to enjoy such a beautiful city--I was a slacker and took a week off to see those amazing buildings and museums. How wise to bus it out of town--it was an horrendous walk along the highway and through ugliness. Very impressed with your Spanish that you could understand the mass and chat with the priest! Buen camino!

12th October 2016

sherrys
Camino0914

Spanish ?
Don't be too impressed with my Spanish, Tara, but it is much better than I thought. It's motivation to continue it when I get home. Adios Amiga

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