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The Seven Wonders of Spain

May 14, 2019February 14, 2018 by Tom Bartel

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Whenever we’re asked what is our favorite place we’ve visited, the answer is always Spain. There are many reasons, including friendliness of the people, the food, the natural beauty, and the cafe culture of the cities. But when I try to rank Spain’s attractions, I always come back to its man-made wonders.

The Walls of Ávila, Spain

January 29, 2018June 15, 2015 by Tom Bartel

The walls of Ávila are lit at night, and surrounded by a walking path. It’s a brisk 3 kilometers or so, and a lovely walk on a cool Castillian night.

The Cathedral of Ávila, Spain

January 18, 2018June 14, 2015 by Tom Bartel

I shot about 100 photos in the Ávila Cathedral but I ended up with this one shot across the apse at a lone crucifix on the wall as my favorite. … Read more