Sabbatical Sayings: Zaragoza on the Fourth of July!

Church of St. Felipe, Zaragoza

I was up early for Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Pilar and to continue visiting at least the old city before I move on. "Me gusto mucho!" Not only do I like morning Mass when traveling permits it but I think Zaragoza is a hidden gem of Spain. It should definitely get more recognition.

Cathedral-Basilica of NS de Pilar, Zaragoza.

After 8AM Mass (which had a great crowd - 200+) I had a coffee at an outdoor cafe near the square before getting a better look at things. Unfortunately while the cathedral is till a place of prayer many of the other churches are museums or quasi museums. But their outsides were quite beautiful to behold.

Municipal Building, Plaza NS de Pilar, Zaragoza.

The city as almost all I have been to has Roman roots and ruins. It is situated on the Ebro river. Over which are some beautiful bridges. The river also ha walking paths or promenades on both sides.

Monument to Goya (Favored son of Zaragoza) Plaza de NS de Pilar.

After checking out the old city I ventured out to the new past the McDonalds and Burger King. It was filled with people going to work at the tram and bus stops. From my vantage it seems Zaragoza is weathering better than other places the financial downturn in Spain.