Stepping into a tiny village in Spain was a bit like time travel. The buildings were old, some of them very old. Many were in disrepair and slowly decaying. Walking through the winding, narrow streets revealed glimpses of a fascinating past. In numerous locations in Catalonia, much of the older generation spoke only the Catalonian language. They didn’t speak Spanish.
The atmosphere in these small places was generally quiet and reserved. The pace of everyday life moved at a snails pace, compared to cities like Barcelona or Tarragona. Faster paced, larger cities displayed a striking mixture of both “old and new”, with all of the modern world conveniences.
In comparison, the smallest towns seem to be almost standing still in time. It was a real treat to unwind there, as very few people ever seemed to be in a hurry and did not suffer from the “not having enough time” syndrome. How refreshing!
in cahoots with muddy boots 
Great Photos! You really captured the beauty of Catalonia
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Thanks. One of my all time favorite trips! Hope to go back some day.
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WOW ! Wouldn’t it be amazing to live daily surrounded by history like that? I’m In western Canada, where there is merely 100 or so years of architecture in my city. Buildings are in their infancy by any stretch of the imagination. Yet they’re still not retained. A big controversy over the potential demolition of a beautiful older church in our downtown area has people debating the merits of it’s value to the city and community. The congregation can’t afford the repairs and the city doesn’t want to own it and do the necessary maintenance. It’s very sad. Our history is disappearing due to economics.
Your photo’s show so nicely that century old buildings have value and are far more interesting (in my estimation). I especially enjoyed ‘Natures architect’ and the shot looking skyward, surrounded by the architecture. Awesome 😀
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This is my kind of place to visit. These are all beautiful photos!!
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Thank you. I love visiting the small out of the way towns anywhere in the world. I am working on a post of Montblanc, Spain. It was the highlight of that trip.
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I love the small out of the way places more than the cities too. One day in a city is enough for me. BTW, I love the name of your blog, very creative.
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Thank you. I do enjoy big cities in small doses, but when traveling, out of the way destinations are what I love.
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