Monday, October 19, 2009

Day 1 Oviedo to Esclamplero

Leaving Oviedo, we worked our way uphill 4 kms (a detour) to visit Santa Maria del Naranco and San Miguel de Lillo churches. The tour guide speaks Spanish of course; I understand about ¼ of what is said. I do, however, appreciate the ancient beauty of these churches.




En route I am stopped by a fellow on a bicycle. He explains to me (in Spanish) of the importance of stopping at a small church where Franco was married – I admire most a cross on the ground outside the church, inlaid with natural stones.





Past sweeping hills, tiled roofs, cows and corn fields. Admired an old bridge at Puente de Gallegos over the River Rio Nora.

At the end of the day, my feet are sore from the pavement walking.

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