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It was shortly before noon on DAY 21 of our tour that we departed Salamanca for Madrid--with a stop en route at Avila.
Avila is a walled city. The 36 foot high walls have remained intact since they were built in the 12th century. They completely encircle the city.
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We lunched at Avila. (By now we were experienced patrons of tapas bars and sidewalk cafes.) The city is home to Saint Teresa where there is a basilica in her honor. We visited the church.
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When we visit churches, Dot often lights a candle. Generally this involves making an offering of a coin or two--presumably to pay for the candle. However, at the Basilica of St. Teresa, when Dot dropped a coin in the box, a whole line of little ELECTRIC candles lit up! Saint Teresa's basilica had gone high-tech! Now, instead of candles, the offering apparently pays for the electricity.
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