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History and Daily Life in Morella, Spain

Morella is an extraordinary city on a mountain a couple of hours north of Valencia, Spain. While it is on the northern tip of the Land of Valencia, it is also the capital of the district of Els Ports. A trip there offers an historic aqueduct, fortress, castle, convent, cloister and basilica as well as the beauty of everyday life.

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View of Morella from Distance. A castel on a mount to control the district.

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Cross at Saint Mateu Gateway to Morella

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A city on a hill inevitably has steep streets.

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In the shops - cheeses, dried meats, beans and other delicassies.

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Chamomile drying from a balcony. The colors were fantastic!

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Cloister of Saint Francesca - getting nearer the top.

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The basilica near the top: Esglesia Arxiprestal de Santa Maria

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'Millefeuille' Terine of rabbit, cheese, and tereno apple and fig mousee with rosemary oil. One of 7 courses at Restaurante Casa Roque

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The meal was finished off with a shot of El Sargar, a local specialty.

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  • http://www.rockytravel.net Michela

    I love Spain and know much of this country, but had not heard of Morella…looks gorgeous and as usual the magical touch is always there in spain’s landscapes :)

  • Max White

    @jessiev
    Yeah lovely place loads to do great shops too, Puerto Banus is a must, even if you just have lunch there its pretty romantic ,but it is as the others have said the hottest time of the year so stay in the shade at the hot part of the day – have fun anyway

  • http://www.wanderingeducators.com/marketplace/apparel/do-mbt-shoes-really-work.html jessiev

    what a gorgeous place!! i love it – and want to EAT THERE!!

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