Andalusian dreams

A road trip in Spain years ago was like "An Affair to Remember". As I look at my pictures, the memories of a gorgeous Spanish summer beckon......

The Andalusian region in Spain had always fascinated me. We spent only a day in Seville and the highlight of the trip was the visit to the Alcazar. A royal palace and originally a Moorish fort, it was unlike anything I had ever seen. A unique fusion of Spanish, Christian and Moorish architecture, it took my breath away. I had to tear myself away to continue our journey.....

Arcos de la frontera is Andalucia's most dramatically positioned pueblos blancos (white village) with a stunning setting. Arcos, balances atop a rocky limestone ridge with its whitewashed houses and stone castle walls looking down precariously at the fertile valley below. We were fortunate to have spent a night in this beautiful village. The experience was surreal.

We made a brief stop in Marbella, a beach resort by the Mediterranean sea. A pretty Andalusian coastal town with a charm of its own. It seemed to be the playground for the rich and famous with its numerous yachts. I did feel left out not having a yacht of my own :-)

A side trip to Ronda was an impulsive decision and we were not disappointed. Ronda's old town had a lovely historic charm with its dramatic views and the steep El Tajo gorge. The cobbled streets and the quaint stores made for a lovely stroll.

I am not sure where I took this picture. Its either Madrid or Seville..... I have to jog my memory to remember where this was. However, I love the architectural details of this imposing building.

Last but not the least. I took this picture from the car of the lovely sunset over the Andalusian countryside. Are you dreaming of Spain? I am, and I long to return........

All pictures are taken by me!