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Saturday 24 July 2010

Krakow and Slovakia holiday


A fabulous two weeks in Central Europe with more heat than anyone could ask for.

Krakow: packed with tourists enjoying evening entertainment and cafe culture but nothing can destroy the wonder of that city.

The Tatra mountains with a bunch of good friends: wonderful scenery and some tough walking over rocky terrain but worth every drop of sweat. (Next time I see travel notes that say 'take a thick jacket as walking in mountains can be cold', remind me to ignore it). The city of Poprad haunts you in the same way as does Didcot power station on the Ridgeway.

Levoca: to see the works of Master Paul, Gothic sculptor, and Spis castle (World Heritage Sites)

Piestany: for a mud wrap to put right the damage caused by the walk.

Bratislava: to enjoy the city and see friends.

The rain in Cornwall is soft, barely visible and yet uniquely comforting after all the heat.

See the link for photos.