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The illustrated Talk covers these two very beautiful and distinct regions of Spain.
where
nature meets history. The part of Spain the Arab conquest of Spain never reached
and where the kingdom of Spain was born. It is a land that still today continues
with ancient Celtic traditions. Since 1388 has been a Principality and the heir
to the Spanish Throne is known as the Crown Prince of Asturias.
A
land of breathtakingly beautiful scenery with mountains and valleys, rushing
rivers and streams, protected forests and wildlife, that gives shelter to
Spain’s last wild bears. The home of cider making, an older tradition than wine
making, elevated granaries called hórreos, impressive historical
buildings and 8th century Pre-Romanesque churches. The golden sandy beaches
could easily be mistaken in a holiday brochure for an exotic Caribbean beach,
its coastline is dotted with hidden colourful fishing ports and winding roads
leading down to them.
The illustrated Talk looks at the various aspects of this incredibly beautiful “untouched and unspoilt” Principality, its traditions, dancing, history and characteristics.
Attached
to the Pyreness to the north and the river Ebro to the south, Navarra is a very
historical and independent region of Spain. Navarra was an independent kingdom
until well into the 19th century, enjoying special rights – even under Franco’s
rule. Only a coastline is missing, but Navarra makes up for this in other ways.
It is a region full of 8th century Pre-Romanesque architecture and enchanting mountain towns, villages and valleys, proud of their excellent regional cuisine and wine, The Pyreness of Navarra and the dramatic canyon at Hoz de Arbayun takes the breath away. For excitement, the capital of the region Pamplona offers in July the Fiestas de San Fermín, where the bulls are allowed to roam free in the streets and every man tries to show off his macho. They don’t all make it!