Walk 17th June Guajar Faraguit
Dear Limper
Our walk on Sunday was a circular walk starting off from Restabal. After nearly four years of Limping we are starting to get the hang of this walking lark so our first stop was at the bar Sifon to order drinks and tapa for our return, after last time when 17 thirsty walkers trouped through his bar, doubling his day´s takings, we thought we would not shock him again. We then proceeded to climb the hill up to the new Moorish archway they have built at the entrance to the abandoned village. We have now got two stories as to why it was left to fall into ruins. The first is that an earth quake destroyed it and it was never rebuilt. The second is that there was difficulty with the drinking water supply, so they all moved down into Restabal. My own theory is they got fed up of walking up the hill after visiting the bars Sifon and Jovi. After spending 10 minutes walking around the ruined village it came as a surprise about one hour later when Sandie asked when we would be seeing the abandoned village. Our next stop was at the Valle de Lecrin caravan park, this is due to reopen in July (year not stated) it will have a club house, swimming pool and wonderful vistas from it´s lofty position high up in the hills above Restabal. This last point may be it´s downfall, as you need a Hummer RV to reach it. From the Caravan park the track meanders along a forest road in the direction of Albuñuelas, before turning down hill and heading for Restabal castle. Now I know there is no above ground evidence of a castle, but there are some underground chambers that are exposed and clearly visible. So again it was a surprise when another Mondujar lass asked, while we were stood on it, "where is the castle", I think there must be something in their water supply. On our return to Restabal we stopped off to enjoy a drink or two at bar Sifon, how they produce so much fresh tapa so quickly I don´t know.
I think you all know that I do not normally moan about anything, But I have got to mention the plastic plates that were used to serve the rather delicious curry, it appears they were bought as a job lot, 200 for 50 cents, unfortunately they all had holes in, so you could tell every one who had had the curry by the yellow stains down their shirts. The tapa was it´s usual high standard and as usual Arturo was at the front with the women when the puddings were being served. This time we have photos to prove it. This and some other good photos taken by Andy of the days outing available at http://picasaweb.google.com/holidaysingranada Thank you to Annie for hosting the tapa
Our walk this coming Sunday the 17th June is to another castle at Guajar Faraguit the walk should take about 3 hours but we have about 45 minutes drive each way. The walk is not difficult but there is a short steep ascent of 150 meters. There is no tapa arranged but a stop will be made in a bar somewhere for refreshment. If you want to go on the walk meet outside the Acropolis bar in Mondujar at 9 am. Anyone found to be wearing flip flops will be sent home.
The photo shows Ken, Rob, Dave, Arthur, John, Sandie, Annie, Bob, Alison and Arthur at the Moorish arch at the entrance to the abandoned village.
Have a good week, and for anyone back in the UK, get over here the weather is wonderful.
Stuart
Our walk on Sunday was a circular walk starting off from Restabal. After nearly four years of Limping we are starting to get the hang of this walking lark so our first stop was at the bar Sifon to order drinks and tapa for our return, after last time when 17 thirsty walkers trouped through his bar, doubling his day´s takings, we thought we would not shock him again. We then proceeded to climb the hill up to the new Moorish archway they have built at the entrance to the abandoned village. We have now got two stories as to why it was left to fall into ruins. The first is that an earth quake destroyed it and it was never rebuilt. The second is that there was difficulty with the drinking water supply, so they all moved down into Restabal. My own theory is they got fed up of walking up the hill after visiting the bars Sifon and Jovi. After spending 10 minutes walking around the ruined village it came as a surprise about one hour later when Sandie asked when we would be seeing the abandoned village. Our next stop was at the Valle de Lecrin caravan park, this is due to reopen in July (year not stated) it will have a club house, swimming pool and wonderful vistas from it´s lofty position high up in the hills above Restabal. This last point may be it´s downfall, as you need a Hummer RV to reach it. From the Caravan park the track meanders along a forest road in the direction of Albuñuelas, before turning down hill and heading for Restabal castle. Now I know there is no above ground evidence of a castle, but there are some underground chambers that are exposed and clearly visible. So again it was a surprise when another Mondujar lass asked, while we were stood on it, "where is the castle", I think there must be something in their water supply. On our return to Restabal we stopped off to enjoy a drink or two at bar Sifon, how they produce so much fresh tapa so quickly I don´t know.
I think you all know that I do not normally moan about anything, But I have got to mention the plastic plates that were used to serve the rather delicious curry, it appears they were bought as a job lot, 200 for 50 cents, unfortunately they all had holes in, so you could tell every one who had had the curry by the yellow stains down their shirts. The tapa was it´s usual high standard and as usual Arturo was at the front with the women when the puddings were being served. This time we have photos to prove it. This and some other good photos taken by Andy of the days outing available at http://picasaweb.google.com/holidaysingranada Thank you to Annie for hosting the tapa
Our walk this coming Sunday the 17th June is to another castle at Guajar Faraguit the walk should take about 3 hours but we have about 45 minutes drive each way. The walk is not difficult but there is a short steep ascent of 150 meters. There is no tapa arranged but a stop will be made in a bar somewhere for refreshment. If you want to go on the walk meet outside the Acropolis bar in Mondujar at 9 am. Anyone found to be wearing flip flops will be sent home.
The photo shows Ken, Rob, Dave, Arthur, John, Sandie, Annie, Bob, Alison and Arthur at the Moorish arch at the entrance to the abandoned village.
Have a good week, and for anyone back in the UK, get over here the weather is wonderful.
Stuart
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