After a thrilling passage through the Strait of Gibraltar on the evening of the 21st, we disembarked in Malaga Spain on Monday September 22nd. On my way off the ship I ran into my favorite art professor and when I told her I was headed to Cordoba she indicated she had no set plans and so we decided to make it joint venture. WE bought bus tickets and then while waiting we explored parts of Malaga including the fun Mercado where we bought some delicious fresh figs. The two-hour bus ride traversed mile and mile of beautiful olive grove covered hills. Once in Cordoba, we dropped my backpack off at my hotel then we spent an amazing two hours exploring at our leisure the Mesquita--the Morrish mosque turned Catholic Cathedral. Afterwards we had a delicious dinner with the best green olives I have ever eaten. Olives are not my favorite, but I always give them a try. This time I'm glad I tried. My calamari rellenos (squids stuffed with jamon/ham). We then had a delightful walk along the ancient walls. Magaly then caught a train home.
Next morning I had a delightful walk in and around town followed by a visit to the gardens of the Palace, a climb up the minaret/bell tower of the Mesquita for an amazing view, a walk through the Jewish quarter visiting an old synagogue and an interesting museum about Sephardic Jews. After lunch I bought some beautiful mosaic styled pillowcases and then headed for the train station for a quick and easy ride back to Malaga.
I started Wednesday off with a walk along the beautiful shore to a hospital for some blood work to make sure my cancer medicine is working (it is), I then walked the back way up to the Gibralforo Castle for a fun walk around its ramparts. Next stop the lovely Alcazaba royal palace. Then the huge Catholic Cathedral. So much walking in a beautiful city. Had seafood paella for dinner.
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