21 October 2019: Puerto de Santa Maria To Cadiz (18 miles-611 total)

The day started out as planned. We had breakfast, went to the ferry port and bought tickets, then explored Santa Maria until the departure time. Robin and I rode west to the beaches while John went to a bike shop. We met up at the ferry for a sunny cruise into Cadiz. 

Our bikes were a real asset to move about Cadiz from site to site. In total, at least 10 of the 18 miles ridden would have been on foot and taken hours. About 2 pm, when the schools let out, we started back to Santa Maria. Maps.me routed us on a bike lane across the large bridge spanning the harbor, but bikes were not  allowed. We proceeded to the next bridge, but found bikes were not permitted on that bridge as well. No worries, as we could always return by ferry. 

We spotted a large grocery in the distance, rode over and enjoyed sushi for lunch, returned to the ferry, and arrived back in Santa Maria about 5 pm. Then snacks and dinner at the fish restaurant that Antonio had recommended. 

Likely beyond repair, except by a restoration specialist for a museum.

Early morning, empty beaches, warm water.

Pine forest, likely the original foliage along this coast.

Dog of the Day. Just emerged from the sea.

River channel flowing into Cadiz Bay

Robin's Custom Head Gear. Anticipating heat, robin removed the panels and wears this under the helmet and as a sun shade.

Busy Cadiz Harbor. Several cruise ships were docked, another was under construction, and several naval ships were docked, flying flags of various nations, possibly awaiting repairs.

Naval Ships

Another cruise ship.

Sailing Ship

Cadiz

 Mosque converted into a Christian church

Minaret incorporated into the building.

Backside of the Cadiz Cathedral

Cadiz Cathedral

Plaza in front of Cadiz Cathedral



Cadiz Harbor

Paired Harbor Forts were constructed on narrow peninsulas. The original harbor between them is silted up and is now a popular beach. The fort on the left was closed; the one on the right is open, free, and offers exhibitions and hosts artists' studios.





Inside the small chapel

Part of an African art exhibition.



Won a Ribbon/Banner.

Banyan Trees





Harbor Bridge. We thought bikes were permitted, per maps.me. 

Cruise Ship under Construction. Note the pool water slide dangling from the crane, being hoisted into the ship for installation. Michael said that standard ship construction is to build modules outside, and then assemble.

Cristobal Colon (Christopher Columbus) Castle. A few blocks from our apartment in Santa Maria, closed to us (limited winter hours), where Columbus departed on his 1st voyage.

My 2nd Tapas. Delicious.

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