Continue … What to do in Oxford – Part II

Find around the Merton Street, Oxford Street to spend in front of the historic Corpus Christi College founded in 1517 by Richard Foxe, Bishop of Winchester. Just next door we have the Merton College, Oxford third oldest. It was founded by Walter de Merton, Chancellor of England and later Bishop of Rochester, in the year 1264.

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Back to Merton College High Street we find the Magdalen College, founded in 1458 by William Waynflete, Bishop of Winchester. Like almost all accounts with a chapel, cloister, library, etc. Whereupon one wonders how much money move these institutions to maintain such facilities. (más…)

Neuschwanstein Castle – The Magic Castle Bavaria

Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany is one of those castles look thrilled. Built by Ludwig II of Bavaria in the mid-nineteenth century, a time that were not necessary strengths, was strongly criticized by the insolvency of the German government in those times. Neoclassical style, the king imposed a bizarre rules for its construction and its workers were only of Bavaria, and the materials to be built just outside the region. Besides his inspiration came from the fairy tales and operas of Wagner both had inspired him in his time of youth. Neuschwanstein represents both the architectural style inspired by King Ludwig II, the romanticism and enthusiasm for Richard Wagner.

Photography by Reenie-Just Reenie

Visit Neuschwanstein Castle:

To visit the Neuschwanstein Castle Füssen you will have to go and from there a few miles you will come to access the castle. (más…)

The market in San Miguel de Madrid – A place of worship

It’s funny over time. Who would tell the locals that where now enjoy good servings of pure, traditional tapas and some culinary delicacies, it was centuries ago, the birthplace and shrine of one of the greatest writers that has had the Spanish language and universal, not to mention is the sole survivor of an architectural style born in Paris and that modernity was in charge of play by European countries. This is the Mercado de San Miguel, in the most traditional heart of Madrid, just a few meters from the Plaza Mayor.

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Wherever we see, the market is located on what was once the parish church of San Miguel de Octo. (más…)

What to do in Oxford – Part I

For that we are located, Oxford is located about 90 miles northwest of London in the county of Oxfordshire. Both cities are connected by the M40 even if ours is to go backpacking or do not want to drive on the left is a rail link from Paddington Station (assuming you come from London). For those seeking something more than London’s Oxford is an ideal situation because from there we have half of England to hand.

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Oxford is the quintessential college town home to the oldest university in the Anglo-Saxon world. In the English system the university is a federation of autonomous schools (colleges). These “colleges” are much more than dormitories. Provide shelter, food, library and everything necessary for its “inhabitants” to graduate successfully. On the other side on the University campus classes are taught, are the exams and certificates are awarded. Oxford currently has 39 colleges and part of the attraction of the city is to visit at least the oldest. (más…)

Marinera Cantabria: Santander and the Four Villas de la Costa

If anything differentiates Cantabria rest of the provinces of Spain, probably the proximity of the mountains and their ancient caves of the Cantabrian Sea semper aeternus, which binds them through some tight ties in waves, sometimes wild, sometimes sometimes gentle and playful, gently swaying to the rhythm of the sky and sea. Championed by its seafront capital, Santander, where they arrive include the unforgettable views from the Sardinero beach and the Palacio de la Magdalena, Cantabria has an interesting path of fishing villages, led by Cuatro Villas de la Costa and minted from the Modern Age: Castro Urdiales, Laredo, Santander and San Vicente de la Barquera.

Photography by andrewcparnell

Castro Urdiales: cliffs, beaches and seascapes. (más…)

Last March, I gave her a break in the Aquitaine region in southwestern France, I would like to share. I did not know the area, but a friend recommended me and I decided to try his luck. And what a nice surprise I got!

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Since Madrid is 5 hours by car across the border and come to Bayonne, the capital of French Basque country. On the banks of the river Nive, houses with red and white lattices transport you in time. At the turn of every alley of petit Bayonne, taverns and restaurants invite you to take a break while listening to the language whose origin remains a mystery. The market hall invites you to an inevitable stop to enjoy a good slice of ham or cheese. A charming small town! (más…)

Cantabria groundwater: Geological and artistic heritage

Cantabria is a region which retains more underground artistic heritage recognized by UNESCO. A great geological diversity is treasured wealth of eccentric formations of stalactites and stalagmites that decorate profusely each and every one of their caves. During a visit to Cantabria has the opportunity to visit three great places as Montecastillo Soplao and the renowned caves of Altamira, also known as the Sistine Chapel of Prehistoric Art.

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Cantabria is the first world power in the paleontological art, (más…)