We were up early this morning and on our way out of Sevilla before 9:30. This was after we had breakfast of course, as Rich and Jerry have already established a post-ride morning routine that they didn't want to deviate from. Like homing pigeons, they've scoped out nearby pastry shops and have zeroed in on their favorite, each morning buying coffee and a few of their favorite pastries. They do bring them back to the apartment and grudgingly share them with me and Becky.
Our route today took us through southwestern Spain and southern Portugal to Sagres on the southwestern tip of the Iberian Peninsula. Before Columbus discovered America, this area was thought to be the edge of the earth. Along the way, we stopped in the towns of Tavira and Lagos to stretch our legs and see the sights. We also stopped at a field of sunflowers for a photo opportunity.
Field of sunflowers
View of Tavira's church
Our hotel for the night is beautifully situated on a bluff overlooking the sea. Sagres is a surfing town and there seem to be more surf shops in town than restaurants. About 4 miles out of town is the Cape St. Vincent lighthouse, with the best sunset views in the area. After watching the sun set, we drove back into town for a late dinner at what appears to be the favorite hangout of the surfer crowd. Dinner was delicious, so they obviously appreciate good food (or maybe it was the beer and wine they were craving?).
Waiting for the sun to set at Cape Sagres
What a gorgeous sunset!
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