Algarve – Helen Glynn Jones

Wednesday Wander – Praia da Falesia, Portugal

So, where have I wandered to today? You might be forgiven for thinking these are the red sands of outback Australia or the Arizona desert, or even some sort of Martian landscape. In fact, I’m only a couple of hours (by plane) from home this week – this is Praia Da Falesia on the Algarve,Continue reading “Wednesday Wander – Praia da Falesia, Portugal”

Thursday Doors, Silves Cathedral, Portugal

This is the main entrance to Silves Cathedral, Silves, Portugal. Originally built as a mosque during the period of Moorish rule, it was converted to a cathedral after Reconquista, with further architectural work completed over several centuries. This doorway was constructed in 1470, and is in a traditional Romanesque style. The doors themselves look ratherContinue reading “Thursday Doors, Silves Cathedral, Portugal”