Another view of El Escorial

Another European Vacation

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June 9th 2017
This morning after a leisurely breakfast we headed into San Lorenzo for Jim's hair appointment and then coffee. After that we took a drive and short hike to see La Silla de Felipe II (the kings seat). It is believed to be the spot where Felipe II rode in a carriage to overview the construction of his amazing palace and monastery. If true, it was neat to sit in the stone chair where a king in the 1 ... 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