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The Wild Asparagus Hunters are Out and About

It´s that time of year. Cars parked in odd places, the solitary person - usually a man, popping up above a bank or from behind an olive tree. The hunters of the wild aparagus are here. The plentiful rain scattered with a day or two of sunshine has brought them out in droves. Some have their route, others instinctively know where to go. They appear, walking back to their cars, with a huge bundle of foot long green spears of asparagus. And off they go, probably not to be seen for another year - or another week if the rain continues. No matter how hard the shoots try and hide the older men hunt them down with stick in hand, to fob off the spiky old growth, and uncover the tender new stems of wild asparagus. Everyone has their favourite way of cooking them but the most common seems to be in a Tortilla - the thick Spanish potato omelette to which you can add anything that comes to hand - or is hunted down. My one or two shorter stem finds don´t come close to the experienced hunters catch. I...

Monday Morning Photo - Caminito del Rey -The King's Walkway

If you like heights and dramatic views the fabulous Caminito del Rey is a must-visit. Sheer drops, in this stunning natural area make for a great walk. Once known as one of the world's most dangerous pathways it has now been completely rebuilt, the hanging pathway is an incredible feat of engineering.


El Caminito del Rey, The King's Walkway, Ardales, Malaga


El Caminito del Rey  or The King's Walkway is in Ardales,  Malaga province, tickets must be booked in advance, many hotels in the area offer accommadation plus ticket for the Walkway.

For  a great hotel nearby look at my Only Spain ~ Boutique Hotel website and Hotel La Fuente del Sol a great hotel in a fabulous rural location, while here  you must visit El Torcal too.


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