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Monday Morning Photo - Roman Bridge and Mezquita, Córdoba

The iconic Roman Bridge with the Mezquita to the right and Alcazaba to the left behind it. I can´t think of a better approach to the city than parking by the bridge (always found spots for free and often left  the car for a night or two) and walking across it to the walls of the Mezquita. We´ve just spent another night in the city, exploring the narrow, labyrinth of streets, tiny plazas and just inhaling the city vibes and bustle - is it obvious we´re countryside dwellers? Wanting to stay in Córdoba? See my 3 Great Hotels in Córdoba post on Luxury Spain Travel. Fancy a Hammam Baths Experience in Córdoba ? Read the Post on Luxury Spain Travel. See the Monday Morning Photo List.
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Cherry Blossom Reigns

Not so long ago the first sign of winters end saw the almond trees in flower, now spring is well and truly underway looking at the magnificent yellow and purple tapestry covering.

It´s now the reign of the cherry blossom from delicate whites to crimson pinks to adorn the countryside.

This is without a doubt my favourite time of year, within about a week the vines go from no sign of life to uncurling leaf buds, everything shoots, grows and flowers like a jump for joy.



Cherry blossom is a sign of the red harvest to come and many areas have a cherry festival. In the north of Spain the river Jerte flows in the Sierra de Gredos and they hold la Fiesta del Cerezo en Flor an this year, 2011, they are organising the III Marcha Senderista del Cerezo en Flor, a walk for the flowering cherry.

My neighbouring town, Castillo de Locubin also hold a cherry festival at harvest time, I´ll post the date when I find out.
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