My second surprise for Catalunya is the range of mountains, the Montserrat. I didn't know about them, I didn't even think they existed, and the nearest I got to them previously was Montserrat Cabal the opera singer who duo'd with Freddy Mercury on Barcelona all those years ago.
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But approaching from the South West the range is impressive and dominating |
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There is a high level road that runs around the northern slopes, with spectacular views and big big drops over the edges. |
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The road is cut into the mountain and is enjoyed by thrill seeking motorcyclists and pedal cyclists alike |
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The camera lies, it is more dominating than this. |
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Religious establishments abound, funny that. |
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Rock formations of the most unusual sort. |
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But I was heading north, this was the parting view. |
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And heading into this lot....Thunderstorms, sleet, driving rain and the temperature plummeted from 28 to 9 degrees is 20 miles. In fact I can still see snow on the Pyrenean mountains from here, where I type. |
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