Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Leon

Leon Cathedral is known for its original stained glass, added to the structure every decade since the 1200s.
Leon is a picturesque city. Why can't old always look beautiful?
They really wear these hats, young and old alike, but mostly old.
Leon Cathedral was build in the 12th century. These buildings are not just monuments. They are still used daily for masses and sometimes community activities.
All the adults were invited into the bar next to the school for a beer and tapas. It makes me smile.At the school, we were served a typical regional meal. Salad is served with the meal, crispy lettuce with tomatoes and green olives.
Bread and red wine come with everything. Some small restaurants set out complimentary pitchers of red wine.
This hearty meal, cocido, is the regional specialty, sausage, beef, and pork cooked in a broth with potatoes, hominy and cabbage. The blood sausage and hunk of pork fat aside. the meal was delicious.

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