Thursday, June 9, 2011

Day 22: Hospital de Orbigos to Astorga (15kms)

We weren´t necessarily planning to stay in Astorga as we were feeling good, not health or medical issues bothering us and the weather was not too hot.  But as we entered Astorga, we were greeted with tons of people on the streets, loud noises, lots of activity.  It was a Tuesday and it meant open air market day.  The town was so lively that we felt compelled to stop there.  We also found out that this town was known for its chocolates and pastries.  We couldn´t resist.


Leaving early in the morning for the walk.


Beautiful Astorga in the background.


Wonderful view


Impressive Astorga Cathedral on the left and Gaudí palace on the right.


We bought 3 things from this lady.


As usual, we´re having our picnic lunch at a Plaza Mayor.


We bought a bag of churros and porras for 1€.

Cheeses below.

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