Yesterday, we made the drive from Madrid to Seville in the southern part of Spain known as Andalucía (from the Arabic Al Andalus, the Moorish term for Spain). Let me tell you, defensive driving in Madrid is a rendundant expression. We drove across the region known as La Mancha ("parched earth" in Arabic) which appeared to be an accurate description. Along the way, we saw several of these -very- large bulls, which, of course, remind Spaniards of their national symbol in case they forget.
Along the way, we were able to stop in Toledo, (the city formerly known as the capital) until 1562, when Felipe II moved it to Madrid. Toledo would have been the capital for Ferdinand and Isabel who financed Columbus. I guess we I am a little Columbocentric since we were listening a book while we drove down in our speedy VW golf. We visited the cathedral and of course the marzipan shop while we were there.
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So, Heidi, how does the driving compare to San Francisco freeways?
I enjoyed the composition of your photo of the bull...and steeple framed by the buildings...are the Spaniards accepting of you all...are the wines enjoyable...what is the weather like...what side of the road are you supposed to drive on? Love to you all...Dad
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