Exploring with my camera
Our time in Verin was low-key, but we did undertake some modest exploring in Verin!! I rather like this: “One city, two countries. That is the philosophy and pride of Verín, twinned with the neighboring Portuguese town of Chaves in … Continued
Monterrei Castle stands on a high hill overlooking the valley of the Tamega River. and ten minutes away from the Parador of Verin. You can see it from some distance away as you approach the town!
We were very sad to leave Benavente after five wonderful days of quiet living in a relaxed and somewhat remote Spanish town. It was the ideal gentle start to a holiday. The room in the Parador was blissful, and the staff … Continued
The Church of San Juan del Mercado in Benavente is over one thousand years old and retains a silently mysterious atmosphere which I loved.
The Parador of Benavente is at the top of the old town and so we took many little walks round Benavente.
We found Benavente quite quiet until it was Thursday which is market day in Benavente. The town suddenly comes alive on Thursdays, with people everywhere! I love visiting the markets in Spain and I am looking forward to the covered … Continued
The beautiful Church of Santa María del Azogue in Benavente is close to the Parador of Benavente and we visited several times. It is in the centre of the shopping streets, close to the Plaza Mayor and feels very ‘friendly’.
We arrived at the Parador of Benavente after an interesting but long day driving across the meseta. The parador is on the edge of the town, looking out over the river and canal, and the surrounding countryside, which stretches into … Continued
We were sad to leave Lerma but it was time to move on. The drive from Lerma to Benavente was c.193 kms and we were slightly anxious about backs, nerves, pain etc, but set off, determined to enjoy the trip.
Covarrubias is an important small town about twenty minutes outside Lerma, and on the road to the Monastery of San Pedro de Arlanza. It was a hot day, and after visiting the monastery it was time for a coffee stop!