Palace of Alcazar. First place I actually paid to go in. But worth it as the architecture is really beautiful. Wonder how it was like when the Moors were living there. Probably not as chaotic. Naturally there were many people. Seems it is still being used as a palace which makes it one of the oldest still in use in the world. Did not get the guide as it was 4 euros so don't have details on what each area represents :-( but my favourite parts are the living quar...

Arrived Sevilla after a long but comfortable 7.5 hours journey from Salamanca. Full of sprightly old people who still enjoy their lives. Envious. Temperature upon arrival was 44 Celcius (OMG) but at least its not humid. Good thing I learnt from Lee Kuen to prepare route before-hand as we knew what bus to take. Just needed a bit of guidance to the right bus stop. After 1.5 weeks, my bag does not feel any lighter. It's massive! Found our place to stay with Rosa. R...

Zamora today. An hour bus ride from Salamanca. Unexpectedly nice town. One thing about it is the numerous Romanesque churches. At least I can now sort of identify a Romannesque church. Catheral was special. Helped when Lee Kuen managed to get free passes for both of us through her press pass. But I don't think the catheral was Romanesque. It was way too grand. Found out too late that everything closes between 2pm to 5:30pm. The castle and rivermills are free e...