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At the top of Eze - (1,401 feet)
Our time in France concluded, and we headed to Spain. I had studied abroad in a smaller town (which is now much more popular than I remembered), Seville, in the south of Spain. This area is home to Flamenco, and the famous Seville oranges commonly used to make marmalade. On our final night we attended a flamenco show in an intimate venue, where we could see a traditional flamenco performance before dinner.
I took my husband to my favorite watering hole, Cien Montaditos (meaning 100 little sandwiches), and to the campus where I had studied while living there. We explored the Plaza de Espana. We walked across Seville’s many bridges, and took home some ceramics, for which the region is famous.
Plaza de Espana
Cordoba is a quick train ride from Seville, so we took a day trip there to explore the cathedral/mosque, and the old Jewish Quarter. The mosque-cathedral was originally simply a mosque, before Christian missionaries came to the area. In the building, you can see the
remnants of the original mosque, and the lines of expansion made over centuries. Cordoba also still houses a Jewish Quarter, with a museum and synagogue. The famous philosopher, Maimonides, has a statute there, and it is said that you can rub his foot for good luck (which we did)!
Inside the Mosque- Cathedral of Cordoba
Inside the Palace of Monaco
To conclude our incredible trip, we took off to Mallorca for some relaxation before heading home. We stayed in a converted fortress on the water and had spectacular views greeting us. From our hotel we could jump into the warm Mediterranean sea, plus enjoy fresh fish and jamon y queso for a beachside snack.
View from our hotel in Mallorca
If you are looking for the perfect mix of history, food, and culture, I highly recommend exploring all that Spain and France have to offer - though I’ve barely touched the surface, I cannot wait to go back - especially
for more paella, jamon iberico and manchego by the river.
Hannah Gurewitz is a dedicated family law attorney and mediator
at the Law Office of Sophia M. Palmer and has been in practice since 2016. Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, she pursued her passion for theatre and Spanish at the University of Oregon before earning her law degree from Seattle University School of Law. When not advocating for her clients, she cherishes moments with her husband and two feline companions, Citra and Simcoe. You can often find her exploring the local culinary scene or staying active with friends and family.
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