Segovia

The rain in Spain stays mainly in the street.  There are no gutters here in Segovia, and the streets are awash with runoff.  It has rained constantly the whole day, and I'm saturated - especially my socks and runners.  The little hotel I'm staying in is lovely.  I have a small room with a double bed and a little balcony (which is of no benefit whatsoever because IT'S STILL RAINING!!)

Nevertheless, I have walked most of the streets here.  First stop - the Roman Aqueduct.  This an absolutely amazing feat of architecture.  There is no mortar to hold the blocks together, and it's still standing after more than 2000 years.

Snow on the mountains in the background

Next stop was the Cathedral, which looks great.  I didn't go inside because I was heading to...

Gargoyles working well

...the Alcàzar, or the Castle.  Unfortunately, it has scaffolding and shadecloth so one cannot take the perfect photo whilst they are renovating the tower. Inside are some wonderful features, especially on the ceilings.

Walking back along the walls was nice.  I like walls.

And guess what else is here in Segovia?