For 5 days we visited very good friends staying in Cadiz, a city on the south westerly part of Spain, and facing out to the Atlantic Ocean. It was founded by the Phoencians and it is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Western Europe. In the 18th century it was the main port of Spain and the gateway to trade with the Americas. It is situated on a narrow slice of land surrounded by the sea. The ancient city walls contain the Old Town with well preserved historical landmarks.
It is a lovely city and easily accessible by foot. There are beautiful buildings and architecture, and museums to visit. The food is excellent and of course wine and Sherry from close by Jerez is famous. While we were there we visited the famous Osborne Bodega to see the cellar where they age our D.O. Jerez-Xérès-Sherry wines, VORS and Brandy de Jerez.
Many thanks to Bernadette and Paul who looked after us so well for our few days which were so enjoyable. It was so nice to enjoy such lovely weather, great food and drink and even better company!
