Jaén, 08/2007

A view of Castillo de Santa Catalina. A castle overlooking the city of Jaén. It has been turned into a "Parador" where we stayed.

Jaén, 08/2007

Originally it was built by the Moors in the 13th century.

Jaén, 08/2007

Wonderful rooms and enchanting views from the bedroom balconies.

Jaén, 08/2007

A view of Castillo de Santa Catalina

Jaén, 08/2007

Jaén, 08/2007

At the tip of the hill stands a giant cross overlooking the valley.

Jaén, 08/2007

The castle is open to public and even those who stay at the hotel have to pay an entrance fee!

Jaén, 08/2007

The cathedral of Jaén. A renaissance Cathedral built during the 16th and 17th centuries

Jaén, 08/2007

Built over the old mosque, it is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin.

Jaén to Cordoba, 08/2007

On our way we passed miles and miles of olive groves

Jaén to Cordoba, 08/2007

And here is our car aptly called a 'Cordoba'