An intense moment mere seconds before the parade commenced and moved onto Rambla de Catalunya (not to be confused with the more famous touristy Ramblas). *After the LOUD parade got going, I noticed a lone middle-aged man seated on a nearby bench while reading a novel. LOL! Kind of like yarning socks during a rocket launch.
An intense moment mere seconds before the parade commenced and moved onto Rambla de Catalunya (not to be confused with the more famous touristy Ramblas). *After the LOUD parade got going, I noticed a lone middle-aged man seated on a nearby bench while reading a novel. LOL! Kind of like yarning socks during a rocket launch.
0 2024/12/14 19:56:03
Everyone had fun. A true community highlight each autumn.
Everyone had fun. A true community highlight each autumn.
0 2024/12/14 19:55:50
Those neighborhood associations are composed of both children and adults - a wonderful idea.
Those neighborhood associations are composed of both children and adults - a wonderful idea.
0 2024/12/14 19:55:17
Brazilian-style neighborhood drum troupes ('tabalers' and 'timbales') start the kids Correfoc off by each performing some percussion pieces before a modest parade around the downtown corner.
Brazilian-style neighborhood drum troupes ('tabalers' and 'timbales') start the kids Correfoc off by each performing some percussion pieces before a modest parade around the downtown corner.
0 2024/12/14 19:51:09
Intermittent rain resulted in some Correfoc figures being held back in storage coz they were made of materials that could not stand water. Shown here through a window at the Barceloneta district museum housing past Correfoc items, a fierce fanged mask.
Intermittent rain resulted in some Correfoc figures being held back in storage coz they were made of materials that could not stand water. Shown here through a window at the Barceloneta district museum housing past Correfoc items, a fierce fanged mask.
0 2024/12/14 19:47:27
Another parading beastie who agreed to allow a quick foto. All diables and diablesses regardless of age, were members of barrio associations just like their drumming counterparts.
Another parading beastie who agreed to allow a quick foto. All diables and diablesses regardless of age, were members of barrio associations just like their drumming counterparts.
0 2024/12/14 19:46:44
We had a nice chat with this pair. The mentally-challenged son bearing the trident on the right was this year's kids Correfoc parade leader. I explained to his dad on the left how I'd once been a Spec Ed teacher and after that we hit it off.
We had a nice chat with this pair. The mentally-challenged son bearing the trident on the right was this year's kids Correfoc parade leader. I explained to his dad on the left how I'd once been a Spec Ed teacher and after that we hit it off.
0 2024/12/14 19:43:22
We conclude this overview with a picture of Annibal Palazolo. He is originally from BA and busks in front of the main Cathedral. We visited with him a couple of times, to share our mutual admiration of the Madrid band 'Radio Tarifa' and also buy his own flamenco CD 'Entre Cuerdas.' Next: after a musical interlude--La Merce fest.
We conclude this overview with a picture of Annibal Palazolo. He is originally from BA and busks in front of the main Cathedral. We visited with him a couple of times, to share our mutual admiration of the Madrid band 'Radio Tarifa' and also buy his own flamenco CD 'Entre Cuerdas.' Next: after a musical interlude--La Merce fest.
0 2024/12/14 14:19:44
A trick shot from the Barceloneta neighborhood.
A trick shot from the Barceloneta neighborhood.
0 2024/12/14 14:19:32
Self-explanatory, yeah?
Self-explanatory, yeah?
0 2024/12/14 14:19:24
So does Portugal. After 36 years of searching, I FINALLY found a bottle of the rare red 'Bucacao'!!! I found it at a shop nearby the Vinya del Senor: Vila Viniteca. We also bought a bottle of their similarly uncheap but superb Marques de Murrietta white. That shop has an adjoined deli.
So does Portugal. After 36 years of searching, I FINALLY found a bottle of the rare red 'Bucacao'!!! I found it at a shop nearby the Vinya del Senor: Vila Viniteca. We also bought a bottle of their similarly uncheap but superb Marques de Murrietta white. That shop has an adjoined deli.
0 2024/12/14 14:05:58
Spain has a long history of producing good wine.
Spain has a long history of producing good wine.
0 2024/12/14 14:05:46
One of the more enjoyable places in Born to have an outdoors meal with wine would be 'La Vinya del Senor'. Bonus: sometimes weddings spill out from the basilica barely 10m away.
One of the more enjoyable places in Born to have an outdoors meal with wine would be 'La Vinya del Senor'. Bonus: sometimes weddings spill out from the basilica barely 10m away.
0 2024/12/14 14:01:45
The Museu de la Xocolata. Know anyone who likes chocolate? You sure?
The Museu de la Xocolata. Know anyone who likes chocolate? You sure?
0 2024/12/14 13:53:55
Gracia is a gentrifying residential neighborhood filled with a number of placa-squares. Each has their own personality and some have pretty old buildings.
Gracia is a gentrifying residential neighborhood filled with a number of placa-squares. Each has their own personality and some have pretty old buildings.
0 2024/12/14 13:53:40
More mural art, this time from the Born placa in front of the 14C Basilica Santa Maria del Mar. The latter's placa is a must visit, the square's lively atmosphere a perfect microcosm of all the best the tiny Born district has to offer. Trendy Born retains some medieval flavor but remains less hectic and crowded with tourists as the Barri Gotic.
More mural art, this time from the Born placa in front of the 14C Basilica Santa Maria del Mar. The latter's placa is a must visit, the square's lively atmosphere a perfect microcosm of all the best the tiny Born district has to offer. Trendy Born retains some medieval flavor but remains less hectic and crowded with tourists as the Barri Gotic.
0 2024/12/14 13:45:47
Some street art. Atop, we see a depiction of local popstar Rosalia in the placa Jaume Sabartes. A break-and-enter had just happened a block away as we snapped this shot, leaving smashed glass from an unfortunate small business' front window littering the alley.
Some street art. Atop, we see a depiction of local popstar Rosalia in the placa Jaume Sabartes. A break-and-enter had just happened a block away as we snapped this shot, leaving smashed glass from an unfortunate small business' front window littering the alley.
0 2024/12/14 13:41:08
Barcelona is an art-led city. Above was the ingenious 5' tall male arm art installation located at the entry to one of the city's historic churches.. Realistic right down to the hairs!
Barcelona is an art-led city. Above was the ingenious 5' tall male arm art installation located at the entry to one of the city's historic churches.. Realistic right down to the hairs!
0 2024/12/14 13:38:11
A fair chunk of our time was spent attending activities associated with the annual La Merce fest. Seen here, the special gelato whipped up for the occasion by 'Anita' gelato. She originally came from Israel to establish her old-school gelateria by an attractive square up in Gracia. The staff there were especially welcoming and friendly.
A fair chunk of our time was spent attending activities associated with the annual La Merce fest. Seen here, the special gelato whipped up for the occasion by 'Anita' gelato. She originally came from Israel to establish her old-school gelateria by an attractive square up in Gracia. The staff there were especially welcoming and friendly.
0 2024/12/14 13:26:34
But Barcelona has plenty of other attractions. Seen here, the colorful glass dome of the city's Palau de Musica. Thanks for the tip to visit this gruezi! We skipped the famed Sagrada Familia, BUT are happy to pass along the following logistical tip for those interested in seeing it from nearby. Both the Colon plus the Sercotel Rossello hotel roof terrace cafes offer excellent views. Reserve ahead.
But Barcelona has plenty of other attractions. Seen here, the colorful glass dome of the city's Palau de Musica. Thanks for the tip to visit this gruezi! We skipped the famed Sagrada Familia, BUT are happy to pass along the following logistical tip for those interested in seeing it from nearby. Both the Colon plus the Sercotel Rossello hotel roof terrace cafes offer excellent views. Reserve ahead.
0 2024/12/14 13:24:43
0 2024/12/14 13:24:30
There was some unseasonal rain. Luckily, it occurred early on, while I was bedridden with fever and my wife was hack-coughing as never before. Seen above, trendy Passeig de Gracia which is the spine for La Ruta Modernisme in the Eixample (ay-SHAM-pluh).
There was some unseasonal rain. Luckily, it occurred early on, while I was bedridden with fever and my wife was hack-coughing as never before. Seen above, trendy Passeig de Gracia which is the spine for La Ruta Modernisme in the Eixample (ay-SHAM-pluh).
0 2024/12/14 13:23:20
We had a good time in Barcelona. Everywhere we met with friendly residents and good vibes.
We had a good time in Barcelona. Everywhere we met with friendly residents and good vibes.
0 2024/12/14 13:21:39
Some locals protested The Americas Cup.
Some locals protested The Americas Cup.
0 2024/12/14 13:20:30
There was a bit of brouhaha with some locals protesting the ongoing effect that tourism has on housing costs and quality of life. Beyond the odd bit of graffiti and a few banners, we experienced exactly zero hassles in that regard. Some locals protested The Americas Cup.
There was a bit of brouhaha with some locals protesting the ongoing effect that tourism has on housing costs and quality of life. Beyond the odd bit of graffiti and a few banners, we experienced exactly zero hassles in that regard. Some locals protested The Americas Cup.
0 2024/12/14 13:17:52
We rented two different apartments in Barcelona. The first week was in Born (la Ribera) then the second week was in Gracia (thx Maribel). Details to follow.
We rented two different apartments in Barcelona. The first week was in Born (la Ribera) then the second week was in Gracia (thx Maribel). Details to follow.
0 2024/12/14 13:15:40
First, an overview.
First, an overview.
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0 2024/12/14 13:10:47
'You and me chasing paper getting nowhere On our way back home.' (Two of Us--the Beatles)
'You and me chasing paper getting nowhere On our way back home.' (Two of Us--the Beatles)
0 2024/08/20 20:15:53
This artist was not to be outdone. By the aquarium.
This artist was not to be outdone. By the aquarium.
0 2024/06/30 10:13:33
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A giant 20' stone fish reflection (je pense?) dans la Marle.
A giant 20' stone fish reflection (je pense?) dans la Marle.
0 2024/06/30 09:58:36
Vannes had a popular weekly market. The crowds were thick. Self-caterers will think that they've died and gone to heaven. *Incredible added value was found in the form of the adjoined Les Halles permanent covered market. Think that we'll take a detour here to separately post a listing of some of those of those foodic wonders below, before returning to more imagery. But first some more music, sung in French.
Vannes had a popular weekly market. The crowds were thick. Self-caterers will think that they've died and gone to heaven. *Incredible added value was found in the form of the adjoined Les Halles permanent covered market. Think that we'll take a detour here to separately post a listing of some of those of those foodic wonders below, before returning to more imagery. But first some more music, sung in French.
0 2024/06/30 09:58:20
Her group was more co-ed.
Her group was more co-ed.
0 2024/06/30 09:57:05
Men playing petanque in the park.
Men playing petanque in the park.
0 2024/06/30 09:56:37
One weekend, there was an eco-fest. Seen in the distance, the fest's collection of white tent display-booth kiosks. The heritage boat shown here was used for tourist cruises in the Gulf of Morbihan.
One weekend, there was an eco-fest. Seen in the distance, the fest's collection of white tent display-booth kiosks. The heritage boat shown here was used for tourist cruises in the Gulf of Morbihan.
0 2024/06/30 09:54:42
Vannes was a 1 hour TGV ride from Quimper.
Vannes was a 1 hour TGV ride from Quimper.
0 2024/06/30 09:53:05
Nikki, do you recognize that building top left, there above these leisure craft in the Port du Plaisance?
Nikki, do you recognize that building top left, there above these leisure craft in the Port du Plaisance?
0 2024/06/30 09:51:26
About a decade ago, one Left Bank hotel offered a 'stay 3 days and get the fourth night free' special deal. Dunno whether they still offer that.
About a decade ago, one Left Bank hotel offered a 'stay 3 days and get the fourth night free' special deal. Dunno whether they still offer that.
0 2024/06/30 09:39:49
Latin Quarter women. A nearby kid's balloon suddenly burst and sent a few of us there scrambling for a moment.
Latin Quarter women. A nearby kid's balloon suddenly burst and sent a few of us there scrambling for a moment.
0 2024/06/30 09:39:35
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