November 23
Barcelona
Before leaving London for Barcelona, we strolled the Earl's Court area and through Brompton Cemetery--huge and overgrown. It was established in 1840, known as one of the Magnificent Seven cemeteries. 35,000 monuments and 205,000 burials. It is said that Beatrix Potter, who lived in the area, may have taken names of some of her characters from the tombstones in the cemetery. They are trying to raise £500,000 to recover the grounds. It may take more than that.
Then on to Barcelona where we are staying on La Rambla, the main strolling street in Barcelona.
Spain is a favorite because of the tapas bars where you can get small delicious bites with beer or wine. We indulged at Canete--nearby, authentic, and not touristy. Excellent!!
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