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Mei - Juli 2024
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It’s that time again, we are heading off for another adventure! This trip will include many new experiences and countries! Come along with us. Baca selengkapnya
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  • Yunani Yunani
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    The windmills were used to ground agriculture products that were important trade items for the area.
    Mykonos was a short ferry ride from Syros.Our great host and guide, George Papadoyannis.The windmills are no longer operational, but they continue to be a symbol of Mykonos.Our group!This port area of Mykonos is referred to as "little Venice."George treated us to lunch at a great gyros shop - Jimmy's.The small port neighborhood of Mykonos is full of beautiful buildings and quaint little "streets."Mykonos is definitely more high fashion than the other places we visited in Greece.After exploring the port area we planned to relax and swim, but the weather was not great.So instead of swimming we had some tasty cocktails and people watched.After our time in town and at the beach, George treated us to some amazing Greek baked goods.1The best baklava!!This is halva - made from sesame seeds, honey, flour, & rose water.George and brother Christo at a villa we stopped at on Mykonos (managed by Christo).

    A day trip to Mykonos

    6 Juni 2024, Yunani ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C

    We took a short ferry ride to Mykonos. It is an island with a quaint old port town, traditional white Greek style buildings with blue shutters, and everywhere you look there are beautiful views of blue blue water.
    George was a great guide and treated us to some delicious treats (gyros and Greek baked goods from the best bakery). Unfortunately, it was overcast and windy on the day we visited, which meant it was not as pretty but it did mean it was cooler than it normally is. There were several cruise ships in port so the port area was pretty full of people. We still found small “streets” to explore that were empty, quiet, and picturesque.
    While I’m glad we visited, I’m very glad we made it a day trip vs spending more time there (the cruise crowds and party atmosphere is not our jam).    Baca selengkapnya

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    1The terrain where Meteora is located is very unique and beautiful.
    First monestary we saw ... Holy Monastery of RoussanouHoly Monastery of Roussano. Damaged in WWII, repaired and now used by nuns.This is one if the first monasteries built and is the most popular to visit. Varlaam Monastery.There is a long staircase to access this monestary.Our guide Georgia showed us how they used a pulley system to bring in supplies and the monks.Monks and supplies were brought in by nets.Current pulley system for bringing in supplies and building materials.They now have a funicular like system for bringing in vip visitors and the monks.Cal learning about a semantron, wooden plank knocked to call monks to prayer.1Varlaam Monastery courtyard.This is a monastery we visited that has nuns. In this pic you can see the ladder used in the past.Monastery of Great Meteoron2Agios Stephanos monastery dates back to the early 12th century.While there is now a bridge they only had ladders in the past.1Monastery of the Holy Trinity1This pic gives you a sense for the terrain...2 monasteries in the background.Kitty that came out of nowhere to beg for a bite of our lunch.1

    A visit to Meteora Monestaries

    10 Juni 2024, Yunani ⋅ ⛅ 29 °C

    We are now on the more educational/historical phase of our time in Greece. We are spending the next 5 days visiting historic sites on mainland Greece. First stop Meteora, a Unesco World Heritage site with 6 Greek Orthodox monasteries perched on top of unique mountain outcroppings. The name Meteora means suspended on the air - between heaven and earth.
    Initially the monks that came to the area stayed in caves where they felt close to god and could focus on their faith. Then two of the monks decided to build monasteries (in the 14th century). It’s unfathomable to consider how difficult it was to build these structures (initially 24 in total) in this remote area and in extremely difficult conditions.
    Today, two are inhabited by 50 nuns and 4 by 17 monks. We visited two of the sites with a great guide, Georgia.    Baca selengkapnya

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    Cal and I in front of theater at Delphi. Constructed in 4th century BC, it sat 5000 people.
    The Athenian Treasury, built in 510 BC to house treasures donated to Apollo.The temple and sanctuary at large were dedicated to one of the major Greek deities, Apollo.1Cal checking out the marvel of the polygonal retaining walls that withstand earthquakes.Ruins of the temple of Apollo.Cal and our guide Penelope, in front of the theater.This bronze charioteer is considered one of the finest surviving sculptures of classical Greece.Our guide explaining more about the charioteer, how it would have looked when originally created."Twins of Argos," also known as "Kleobis and Biton," two figures of Greek legend (from 580 BC).Naxos Sphinx which used to sit in the temple of Apollo.Flags hanging outside the Delphi archeological site.In the evening we visited a village near Delphi that is a popular ski town- Arachova.Corinthian Gulf (off Ionian Sea) can be seen from the modern town of Delphi.Ceviche of a local fish and shrimp - delish!Dolmathakia (dolmas with ground beef inside) in lemon sauce.Moussaka.

    The “navel” of the world - Delphi

    11 Juni 2024, Yunani ⋅ ☀️ 30 °C

    We continue to visit historical sites in Greece. Yesterday we visited Delphi. Ancient Greeks believed that Delphi was the “Navel of the Earth,” a place seen as a spiritual focal point for all Greeks starting in the 8th century BC; it included many sanctuaries and the most prestigious oracle in all of ancient Greece. This is where Pythia, the high priestess, uttered the divine advice of god Apollo to mortals who travelled from across the world to seek a prophecy. Apart from Greeks, the Oracle was visited also by foreign leaders and dignitaries who were anxious to know the will of Apollo on important state affairs.
    The Delphi site was raided, abandoned for centuries and eventually buried with dirt and a village. In 1893 there was an earthquake and the village was damaged and then relocated, leaving archaeologists free to dig in the area (known to have been an important historic site).
    In addition to the site, there is a great museum. We had a knowledgeable guide (Penelope) who educated us on many aspects of the history and the ruins.
    It was a hot day but not as hot as forecasted. After our educational/historical experience we checked out a local village that felt more alpine ski town than what we think of as Greek and then we had a delicious dinner.    Baca selengkapnya

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    2Entrance tunnel to the stadium used by Olympic athletes.
    Cal at the starting line-40000 male spectators stood and watched the events (even in the hot summer)Ruins of the "gymnasium" where the athletes would train and attend classes.Nike, a symbol of victory. This statue was installed outside the temple of Zeus in 420 BC.Hermes and Infant Dionysus, from 4th century BC. Lost/buried after an earthquake and found in 1875.We had a delicious dinner overlooking the agricultural areas around Olympia (eg citrus trees)Chicken, ham, cheese with herbs in a lemon sauce. Very tasty!The roof of the tholos tomb is a round beehive cone shape. Black marks are from ceremonial fires.The tholos tomb is a round, beehive shaped structure famously built by the late Bronze Age MyceneansLion Gate is the modern name for the entrance of the Bronze Age citadel (1250 BC).1This is the only monument of Bronze Age Greece to bear an iconographic motif and survived in place.Archeological site at Mycenae. This area was likely used as storage of goods.The beautiful coastal city of Nafplio. It was once ruled by Venetians so has an Italian feel.Our last nice dinner before leaving Greece, seaside seafood taverna.1Crawfish and pasta - very good! Red sauce is light and pasta is al dente.Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus is the best preserved theatre in Greece (340 BC)- originally sat 14k.Calvin and our guide Elias in front of a column in ancient Corinth.3Temple of Apollo in ancient Corinth.Corinth canal. Essential to the merchants of ancient Greece. Still used today by smaller ships.

    A Few More Ancient Greek Historic Sites

    12 Juni 2024, Yunani ⋅ ☀️ 36 °C

    After Delphi we traveled to Olympia to see the ruins and learn more about the site of the first Olympic Games. Very interesting history- games were only played by Greek men, who competed naked, and competed as individuals vs as a part of a team. While in the Olympic Area for the games the athletes also attended classes as it was thought a healthy strong mind was as important as a strong body.
    Then we traveled on to the archeological site of Mycenae, once a major center of Greek civilization (15th to 12th century BC). The period of Greek history from about 1600 BC to about 1100 BC is called Mycenaean in reference to Mycenae). It was very hot (105) so we were only able to see some of the sites at this stop.
    Next we visited archeological sites of Epidaurus and Ancient Corinth. Epidaurus is best known for its healing sanctuary and the Sanctuary of Asclepius (from The 6th century BC). . It was the most celebrated healing centre of the Classical world, the place where ill people went in the hope of being cured. Ancient Corinth was one of the largest and most important cities of Greece, with a population of 90,000 in 400 BC. The Romans demolished Corinth in 146 BC, built a new city in its place in 44 BC, and later made it the provincial capital of Greece.
    There are a ton of details about each place, but these are the highlights. It was a great way to end our time in Greece. Now on to Spain, first stop Seville!    Baca selengkapnya

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    Looks like a guard tower but it's actually a chapel. Covered in the special local Triana tiles.
    I love these glassed-in balconies. They are all over the city, some more elaborate than others.Walking around the city you see many religious images in ceramic.Because of the summer heat there are sun shades strung up around the city.All over the city you hear the sound of wild parrots.Plaza de Espana was built as a part of an exposition to highlight Spain in 1928.More of Plaza de Espana2The architecture in the city is amazing, there are several rounded corner buildings like this one.It is clear that this town is a place to enjoy flamenco!1Modern wooden structure built on the site of an old market. Great juxtaposition to the cityscape.1You can walk on a boardwalk above the structure- giving great views of the city.Random church that caught my eye on one of our walks.Random statue we passed - thought it was comical, especially with pigeon on his head.2Cal in front of statue of Cervantes (author of Don Quixote).In the palace of Alcazar. The style reminded me of Indian palaces we visited.1The detail in the rooms in Alcazar were amazing.A pretty area of the gardens of Alcazar.The tile designs vary from room to room and are each gorgeous. Wish I had a wall to cover with them.1

    A city full of Ambience- Seville

    15 Juni 2024, Spanyol ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C

    James Michener described Seville by saying “Seville doesn’t have ambience it IS ambience,” and we wholeheartedly agree with that assessment. Seville is such a beautiful city. It is really hard to capture its beauty and feel in photos but I’ve tired.
    The city was initially a big trading/shipping town. It was conquered by the Roman’s in the 2nd century BC, then the Silingi Vandals in the 5th century BC, then in 711 it fell to the Muslims. I say all this so that you have a sense for what influenced the culture and architecture of the city. The Spanish people are friendly and engaging, although we are finding many have limited English. We’ve been lucky with the weather, a bit hot but with a nice breeze and today we even had some sprinkles.
    We’ve been checking out the major sites, exploring the many neighborhoods and eating some great food (will do a special post on the food in a day or two).    Baca selengkapnya

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    In one barrel room they have barrels signed by famous people (athletes, actors, etc).Barrel room. 4000 barrels are stored in this one building.While having lunch in the barrel room a worker noticed a mouse sniffing around a barrel (next photo)So he created a little ladder set it next to a glass of sherry so the mouse could always have a sip.Beautiful grapevine covered street in the winery facilities.Part of the old sherry production area.Entrance to one of the barrel rooms.Antique truck showcased on the grounds.The gardens next to the winery.This is Teo Pepe (uncle Pepe) who was the inspiration for the creation of the winery.We tasted three types of sherry and then one sherry spritz (with mint).These painted bottles are part of an art exhibit.I've been adding them to my hat, they die and fall off but there are more the next day.Cal at the Jerez train station. I love the tiles in the train statuons.

    The Spiritual Home of Sherry

    19 Juni 2024, Spanyol ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C

    We decided it would be fun and a nice break to get out to the coast for a day/night. There are many coastal options near Seville but Cadiz caught our eye. It is a short train ride away and sounded like it would be a good contrast to Seville. The other bonus is that on the way we could stop in the town of Jerez de la Frontera to learn more about Sherry and do a tasting of the local products.
    Sherry is one of the oldest wines in the world. All Sherry is made from green grapes only, its color comes from oxidation. And there are many different types of sherry including Fino de Jerez, Manzanilla, Oloroso and more.
    There are many sherry producers in the area as the soil and climate make it ideal for growing the type of grapes used for sherry. We only had time to visit one of the bodegas (aka storehouse for wine) in the area - Tio Pepe.
    We took a tour and did a tasting (our favorite type was Oloroso). The tour was a bit commercial but still informative and fun. Sherry has a different reputation in the US - more of a grandma’s drink. But the variety and types produced make it popular for all ages in Spain and we were surprised that they also put it in mixed drinks - we tasted a delicious spritz made with a type of sherry and mint.
    It was a fun stop on our way to the coast. Next stop, Cadiz.    Baca selengkapnya

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    Next to the main beach - which was pretty full of sun bathers and swimmers.
    Water looked so inviting, alas we did not bring our suits with us (left in Seville).This tree is a "rubber fig" tree that is huge! Info I found online says it's over 120 years old.1Many nods to the moorish architecture/style.While walking to dinner we were treated to a nice sunset.Part of our dinner - shrimp tartar and burrata/tomato salad- yummy!Cafes in front of the Cathedral of the Holy Cross over the Waters (built in 18th century).Known as "The Cathedral of The Americas" because it was built with $ from trade between Spain & US.In the crypt area of the cathedral.1Around the central market were murals by local artists, we both loved this one.A mail slot outside the main post office.We enjoy visiting local markets even when we can't buy anything. This one was full of great stalls.

    A quick trip to Cadiz!

    19 Juni 2024, Spanyol ⋅ ⛅ 23 °C

    Cádiz is an ancient port city in the Andalucia region of southwestern Spain. The home of the Spanish Navy, the port boomed in the 16th-century as a base for exploration and trade. The US Navy has a base nearby in the town of Roda (we have friends that were based there years ago). This base was established by JFK in a deal with Franco. The city is situated on a spit of land surrounded on three sides by the sea that two of Columbus´ four voyages set out for the New World.
    The historic district is charming, full of small winding streets lined with beautiful buildings, many with the gorgeous wrought iron railings and doors. And there are many big and small squares full of cafes that are full of people (including families) throughout the day. While there were tourists and tourist shops, the city felt more full of locals. It was sunny but cooler than Seville. With the location on the coast and the beach vibe it felt a bit like Santa Cruz/Capitola.
    We only spent 24 hours but we made good use of our time and enjoyed wandering the streets, checking out the local sites (a famous church was the highlight) and eating delicious seafood.
    Now back to Seville for a few more days.    Baca selengkapnya

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    Pueblo Zahara, first town we visited. Tucked into the hillside with a Moorish tower above the town.Plaza with a cafe where many locals were gathered. The have a "sit and chat" culture.It's clear they take pride in their homes/village.This is the town of Grazalema, with a sculpture highlighting the cattle ranchers in the area.Loved this church with pink trim, stood out in all the white.Famous bridge in Ronda, built in 1759.Another bridge in Ronda, older than the famous one. And beautiful countryside in background.Bullfighting is controversial but still important to Spanish culture. This is the ring in Ronda.Bullfighters are like Rock Stars, here is an important one memorialized in a bronze sculpture.We noticed this door knocker and liked it...near the bullring.The reservoir in this pic is there water source for agriculture (main industry). It's only 25% full.They have had a drought the last 3 years that has resulted in rationing water for local farmers.2On our way our first Pueblos Blancos we stopped at an olive farm & learned about making olive oil.These are filters olives are pressed thru to extract the oil.The olive pressing equipment. Looked a little rusty to us.The brand of oil with good picture of how they do the olive press with the filters/machine.

    An excursion to the Pueblos Blancos

    21 Juni 2024, Spanyol ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C

    We wanted to explore some of the other areas of Andalusia so we signed up for a couple of organized group tours. First up was a day trip to see three of the Pueblos Blancos - Zahara, Grazalema, and Ronda (aka white villages). The White Villages are peppered among the hills of Andalusia, Many began as Moorish strongholds. Perched atop steep hills or mountains, they were established when much of the area was under the control of the Islamic Moors. During the pandemic plague waves 14th century is when whitewashing exterior and interior walls of houses and churches - the latter often visited by disease-affected inhabitants - became predominant. The white wash was made with lime which is what made it effective as a disinfectant.
    The first two Pueblos Blancos we visited were small towns, the third is a larger one with a famous bridge and bull ring (Ronda). All three were beautiful with charming squares and narrow lanes lined with buildings with window boxes full of flowers. All buildings have to stay white (now painted vs lime) except for a few that are much older and started a different color.
    The area is mainly agriculture based with olive trees, orange trees and a few other crops.
    It was a fun outing with good guides, comfy bus and nice cohorts- even though big group bus trips are not always our way of touring.
    We liked the area so much we are thinking of planning another trip just to visit and explore all of the Pueblos Blancos (there are 19 in total).    Baca selengkapnya

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    We had a great guide for an hour long tour, barely scratching the surface on what there is to see.
    The building was expanded 4 times, each time they tried to honor the original design concept.When you look through the columns it is supposed to give you a sense of infinity.Central area that still has elements of the original Mosque.More of the original mosque, hard to capture the expanse and beauty.Wooden doors that used to be left open during the day to let the light in.And in the middle of what was a mosque you find a Christian church.The choir was verily intricately carved out of mahogany, with unique characters throughout.View of cathedral tower from the plaza.Moorish architecture and graffiti around the outside of the mosque-cathedral.Door knocker on one of the external doors on the mosque-cathedral.Cordoba is full of narrow streets lined with flowers like these.Homes in the Jewish quarter of town hosts open gardens during a special annual festival.A few of the homes stay open thru the summer. We got to see two.This open courtyard was part of a communal house (where several families used to live.The woman in the picture is the owner of this house/garden. She proudly tells us about her plants.Cordoba is also known for flamenco and for being home to the royal equestrian center.The historic district of Cordoba next to the River GuadaIquivir.1

    A visit to historic Cordoba

    22 Juni 2024, Spanyol ⋅ ☀️ 32 °C

    Our second day tour from Seville was to Cordoba, a city famous for its interesting mix of ancient Roman, Moorish, and Spanish history, architecture and culture. The city was founded by the Romans 169 BC. For many years Cordoba was a place of peaceful coexistence of three different cultures: Jews, Muslims and Christians. In the 10th century, Cordoba was the world’s largest city counting about one million residents.

    The city's iconic feature that draws visitors from all over the world is the Mezquita-Catedral, an elegant mosque converted into a Renaissance-style church. The Great Mosque was originally constructed in 785 and was expanded over the next 500 years to a point that 40,000 could attend Muslim services inside. The mosque was converted to a cathedral in 1236 and since then only Christian services are held (they kick out any Muslims that attempt to pray inside).

    The historic center of Cordoba also has a large Jewish quarter with narrow winding streets. Home owners in that part of the town participate in a garden contest every year, inviting the public in to see their gardens in the courtyards of their homes. The contest officially happens in May but typically 2-3 homes keep their courtyards open to visitors thru the summer (no fees are taken, it’s the home owners pleasure to share the fruits of their labors). We got to visit two of the gardens.

    It was a hot day in Cordoba, one of our hottest, but we were able to still enjoy our time there. Now back to Seville for a few more days before we head to San Sebastián in the north of Spain.    Baca selengkapnya

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    Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See, better known as Seville Cathedral, was a initially a Mosque.It's the largest cathedral in the world. The nave is really big and impressive.A mother pelican feeding her little baby pelicans symbolise the Passion of Jesus and the Eucharist.1I walked to the top of the cathedral and loved the view.As you walk the streets you sometimes get a glimpse of a lovely courtyard.Narrow lane in the Jewish quarter.Pipes from the Roman aqueduct running thru a wall in the Jewish quarter.Bullfighting is still happening in Seville. It's seen as an important element of their culture.We visited the bullring and the museum associated with it. We did not go to a bullfight.Outside of the bullring, a beautiful building.The bull continues to be the only advertising structure allowed on Spanish roads (for alcohol).We were lucky to have a nice rooftop bar on our hotel. Great view and nice refreshing drinks.We did not go to any flamenco shows (have seen in the past) but enjoyed seeing them around town.

    A few last photos from Seville

    24 Juni 2024, Spanyol ⋅ ☀️ 35 °C

    Thought we’d share a few more photos from our time and experiences in Seville. We loved our time in the city and while we covered a lot during our time there we did not see and do everything we wanted to. We hope to go back again.
    Now on to Northern Spain - to San Sebastián - for a week to explore new territory, to learn more about Basque culture and to food and to enjoy some cooler temps.    Baca selengkapnya

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