Our wonderful Madrileno friends, Julio and Luz, took us to the magical city of Segovia on Friday. On one end of the town is a magnificent Roman aqueduct, which was still operational as recently as 50 years ago!

On the other end of town is the former royal palace and fortress of Alcazar. Looking like a fairy-tale castle, it dominates a tall eminence and is guarded by an incredibly deep moat. In between, there are well- preserved residences, civic buildings and churches that testify to the prosperity and artistry of Segovians of hundreds of years ago.

We regretfully say hasta luega to our friends and their beautiful country. Sunday night we are scheduled to arrive in Amman, Jordan.