23-05-2011
Expected an early start for a busy day ahead but a coughing fit kept me up ( rather both of us) so started a little late.
Visited Montjuic, a hill containing multiple treasures. At the base is the Placa National, with the magic fountain in front of it ( did not know the show timings, sadly none today). Walked through one of the greenest areas in Barcelona, looked inside the Olympic stadium. There is a set of picture slides depicting the history of the stadium from it's origin in 1920s to it's use in 1992 to the present. Climbed along to reach the castle on the top. The much needed breeze from the ocean along with the views of the sea and the city below make it a good spot to sit and enjoy the day.
Took the funicular down to the not so pretty side of town, El Raval. Found a shop selling Indian Maggi, made me happy. Then viewed Placa Guell, designed by Gaudi, opening in 3 days time. Strolled along the beach to Port Olympic, passed many topless women sunbathing. Ate our last paella ( I had the noodle version, fideua) in Spain for this trip, along with the mandatory pitcher of Sangria.
Last stop for the day was the Passeg de Gracia, this street contains some architectural masterpieces. Casa Battlo ( also known as the house of bones) and Casa Mila ( La Pedrera) are in the distinctive Gaudi style. Case Amatller and Cass Lleo Morera are not his, but good to look at as well. There are a lot of other old beautiful buildings on this street housing big brand names.
Decided to utilize the kitchen we had and made some risotto, bought at an open air market. This is the first meal we have cooked together in 4 months, sat on the balcony along with a bottle of Spanish wine and felt at peace.
Also on drinking the wine realized that the Sangrias we have had in Spain go down so easily that I don't even consider it to be alcohol , going to give our livers a much needed break.
- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad
No comments:
Post a Comment