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.
View of Morella from Distance. A castel on a mount to control the district.
Cross at Saint Mateu Gateway to Morella
A city on a hill inevitably has steep streets.
In the shops - cheeses, dried meats, beans and other delicassies.
Chamomile drying from a balcony. The colors were fantastic!
Cloister of Saint Francesca - getting nearer the top.
The basilica near the top: Esglesia Arxiprestal de Santa Maria
'Millefeuille' Terine of rabbit, cheese, and tereno apple and fig mousee with rosemary oil. One of 7 courses at Restaurante Casa Roque
The meal was finished off with a shot of El Sargar, a local specialty.
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