It was completely unintentional and unplanned but Gijon will forever be special, the place where I made landfall after my first solo Biscay crossing.
The welcome from the natives will also for ever be etched on my heart.
| First there was the church service complete with bagpipes… |  |
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Then the erection of a statue in my honour |
…and finally the fireworks….
… these went on late into the night, I had to slip away embaressed by all the attention – as usual Gijon partied on till 4am, – anyone who has been there will know that I do not exaggerate !
August 10th, 2015|
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Well you did discover Spain so it is only right the natives put a welcoming show on for you.
What a lovely ceremony; sorry we were otherwise engaged 🙂 xx
Haha, what a honour