Crazy for Córdoba

Visigoths, Romans and Moors – Oh My! That was what I wanted to call this post, but for those unfamiliar with The Wizard of Oz, it might have fallen flat – and that would be terrible, for I am on a mission to convince everyone to visit Córdoba and its amazing Mezquita Catédral – just not all at once.

Triumphal Arch Better — 14th Century Gate of the Bridge

Córdoba is the only city in the world with four UNESCO World Heritage Sites and it is an easy day-trip from Seville by car or regularly scheduled trains. Continue reading “Crazy for Córdoba”

travel magnoliaApril 9, 2019Leave a comment

Europe, Travel

Sublime Seville

Real Alcázar Seville Entrance — Entrance to the Alcázar Palace

I can’t wait to go back to Seville and spend another week – or even longer! Seville’s compact nature, strategic position on the Guadalqivir river and history dating to the 10th century CE is reflected in the Moorish influences juxtaposed with Castillian, ancient architecture with contemporary throughout this lovely city. Continue reading “Sublime Seville”

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Spain, Travel

Granada |Postcard from the Alhambra

Patio de Comares — ***Patio de los Arrayanes – Court of the Myrtles***

“There is no greater tragedy than that of a blind man in Granada”

This saying is variously attributed to Anonymous and to Francisco Asís de Icaza, a Mexican poet who lived in Spain in the early 20th century. It is as true today as it was when I first visited 20 years ago. I advise starting your time there with a full day at the Alhambra – the UNESCO World Heritage site that for over 1100 years has reigned over the city. Continue reading “Granada |Postcard from the Alhambra”