Gaudi

Had another fabulous day in Barcelona yesterday. We explored the inside of Casa Mila, one of Gaudi´s most famous buildings. The best part was the roof top with chimneys that look like centurions and some that look like ice cream cones. The man was a genius to be sure. We walked around the port, visited the market there and drooled over the huge boats with enormous price tags. After a stroll up and down Les Rambles, watching the street performers, we did a bit of shopping and found a wonderful tapas cafe were we had a drink, ate some excellent food and did some people watching. The fashions here are amazing and the women dress very nicely. It is a shoe lovers heaven. We were quite exhausted by the end of the day as we did a lot of walking which will help wear off the chocolate croissants we keep eating. (it is also a chocolate lovers heaven!)

Today, our last day in Barcelona, we visited another Gaudi building called Casa Batllo. This one was even more amazing. The mosaics and tile work are incredible. He based the work on this building on a nautical theme and got some of his futuristic ideas from Jules Verne. We were once again blown away. I can not believe I have lived to see this!

Some last minute shopping, the bags are bulging, and we are off to the airport for an early morning flight. The sun has not stopped shining, we are beginning to look like the locals. Soon this fairy tale place will just be a memory. You will be pleased to note that I have come up with some great ideas for the rest of my book.