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Day 26: Valencia

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August 29th 2017
I didn't get up until 10:30 am. When I was in the kitchen/computer room I met Michael, a Kiwi, who was in my room. Last night I was easily convinced by others to go to La Tomatina. I had to buy a ticket and disposable clothing for the event. Michael and I went to get food at the Centro Market where I got some fruit. The Australian girls and I planned to get paella at 2:00. Two of them were on a wa ... read more

Europe » Spain » Valencian Community

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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