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We spent our 'rest day' in Granada, which meant waking up early for a two-hour taxi ride that left at 7 AM. What we sacrificed in sleep was made up for by having a full day to explore both the town and the Alhambra.
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We had not brought a guidebook with us, so without maps or any tourist information we were a bit disoriented when the taxi left us at the ticket office. We found a cafe for breakfast that also provided free wi-fi service (what a winning combination: toasted croissants and unlimited internet access!). Clever S found a map that he was able to save as an image on his iPhone. Rejuvenated by caffeine and technology, we wandered around the Cathedral area and shopping district in the morning.
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In the afternoon we spent several hours walking around the Alhambra. I do wish I had done more reading about it before we went; it was beautiful but I'm afraid I still don't understand everything I saw. Accordingly, I'll let the photos speak for themselves.
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It was not the most relaxing 'rest day', but I'm glad we had a chance to see it. Any recommendations for further reading so that I can learn more about what I saw?
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