So today I did not have to go to my class, so instead I decided to take a little walk up into the old part of Santiago. Unbeknownst to me, there is a Medieval Festival going on this weekend and I was caught right in the middle! Apparently it is only going to get bigger and bigger as the weekend continues so I am sure I will add more photos than the ones I have posted. 
One of the acts was street performers and all around the cathedral were people on stilts, snake handlers, knife throwers--all kinds of things! Also, throughout the plazas were shops-similar to flee markets- but with every kind of spice, cheese, pastry, jewelry, and souvenir you could think of. Everyone was dressed according to the traditional medieval customs and having a great time. However, my goal today was to have the best meal in the world -- a Neapolitan and cafe con leche. That pastry alone was like 85% of the reason why I wanted to come back to Spain and needless to say -- the goal was accomplished.
No comments:
Post a Comment