Since then, he's undergone a heart operation, replacement of a hip and clearly received regular doses of the elixir of youth as he looks about ten years younger than when he left.
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Friday 30 September 2011
The bionic man returns
Since then, he's undergone a heart operation, replacement of a hip and clearly received regular doses of the elixir of youth as he looks about ten years younger than when he left.
Sunday 25 September 2011
Sunday sun
Here, a sunny but deserted Calle Llana.
Calle Calvario.
On the Avenida Julián Besteiro looking back to the castle.
I took a slight diversion into a street that I don't think I've ever mentioned before on the blog nor previously visited, Calle Gongora.
Calle Greco off Gongora.
I sat for a while in the Parque Entracaminos with the bar El Parque on the right. Superb value tapas can be had here.
Tuesday 20 September 2011
Malaga and Monet
In particular, Anne was interested in seeing paintings by her favourite artist Claude Monet amongst the art being displayed.
Malaga is a very modern and cosmopolitan city, as reflected in the statues and shops along the street.
Here, a classical picture of beauty to match any old master.
The museum was just around the corner from the Plaza
The young desk clerk did look at me however and asked if I was entitled to a concession for pensioners....I should have said yes.
Now, where's that Nivea skin lotion and cement!!.
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Arriving on the third floor, we admired the paintings, trying to spot a Monet or three. In the end, after wandering around for a while, Anne asked one of the many assistants, who directed us to the only Monet in the exhibition, "The House among the Roses" pictured right.
Disappointed, more so for Anne, we left the building and with no plan B headed to the nearby Cathedral.
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To cap it all, on exiting Malaga I took a wrong turn that eventually led, after visits to several trading estates and lots of right, left and u turns, to the airport complex and even then I went around it twice.
So after being asked if I qualified as a pensioner, disappointment for Anne at not seeing more Monet's and an unwanted drive around Malaga, a very frustrating end to a quite disappointing day.
Monday 19 September 2011
Coffee and commendations
On a lovely warm morning, we sat on what must be one of the most pleasant patio area's in Olvera, as always enjoying the fabulous views.
It was also pleasing to see that the bar has been awarded a certificate of excellence from the travel site Tripadvisor, recognising the friendly and superb service provided by Ian and Laurie, also reflected in the reviews received from their visitors.
After sitting for an hour or so we headed home, walking down through the narrow streets of the "Barrio de la Villa" , the area that in ancient and historic times lay within the walls of the castle.