Medieval bridge, Besalu

Exploring Besalu and beyond

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May 26th 2015
Geo: 42.2099, 2.73759Having arrived here on Saturday, we felt it was high time we did some sightseeing. We ventured out yesterday afternoon in search of groceries and fuel but only managed the latter as supermarkets were closed. The date was not listed in our campsites of Spain handbook as being a public holiday. I did wonder if it was connected with the day before (Sunday) being elections, b ... read more

Europe » Spain » Catalonia

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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