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Aries (Mar21/Apr20) Your schedule just got a lot busier. Be sure to return phone calls, emails and text messages, or you'll miss an important learning opportunity. If you hear about an exciting class, sign up immediately. Spaces are limited and you don't want to get shut out of this remarkable chance to further your education. Fortunately, a relative or neighbour will be able to take care of your personal responsibilities while you're learning. There will be plenty of time to work out these details later.

Taurus (Apr21/May21) Making the most of your money is critical. If you're not getting paid what you are worth, ask for a rise. Your boss will balk at first, but keep chipping away at their resolve. Eventually, you will get a bump in pay. Alternatively, you can find a higher paying position. Opportunities related to teaching, writing and travel are especially lucrative now. Unemployed? Look for opportunities to pick up odd jobs around the neighbourhood. Childcare, gardening and pet sitting are good options.

Gemini (May22/Jun21) It's time to go public with an idea you've been considering since last month. You're ready to propose some changes to a local institution. At first, people will resist your suggestions, but don't let that deter you. If you stick to your guns, you'll push past any opposition. You'll also make your neighbourhood a much more pleasant place to live. The sooner the place moves with the times, the happier everyone will be. Crime will start to drop, too.

Cancer (Jun22/Jul23) Someone will try to get you to share a confidence. This makes you even more determined to keep your own counsel. You're not sure whom you can trust, that's fairly certain. Don't worry that a blabbermouth shouldn't be given access to privileged information. If you're working on a creative project, keep it a secret. Don't divulge the details to a neighbour or relative. Their well intentioned criticisms will cause your self esteem to collapse, just when you need it most.

Leo (Jul24/Aug23) Spending time with friends gives you a new lease on life. Lately, you've been worried about making headway in your career. This has made you overly conscious of your appearance. Once you take a few steps away from your professional life, you'll be able to relax. Suddenly you won't feel compelled to look perfect every time you walk out the door. What's more, you'll be able to laugh at your mistakes, instead of agonise over them.

Virgo (Aug24/Sep23) Setting some career goals is critical if you're going to move forward. You've been blessed with a lot of interests. Unless you focus on one particular area you'll feel as though you're drifting aimlessly through life. Take this opportunity to advance your communication skills. Any job involving design, reporting, or research is favoured. Limit your area of expertise to one or two subjects. It will be easy for potential clients to find you when you specialise in a certain kind of business.

Libra (Sep24/Oct23) Sharing your expertise with a receptive audience proves gratifying. People are eager to hear what you have to say regarding art, diplomacy and politics. It doesn't matter which subject you teach, just so long as you have an opportunity to talk at length about it. Too often, you keep silent, letting less experienced people command the spotlight. This modest attitude has cost you some important opportunities to shine. Don't let that happen now, when your star is on the rise.

Scorpio (Oct24/Nov22) At long last, you're able to broach a sensitive subject. Issues of power, intimacy and money are tearing a relationship apart. Unless you defend your interests, things will get worse. Fortunately, your best friend, business partner, or lover is able to listen to reason. Lay out the problem point by point. Don't resort to any manipulative behaviour. The more straightforward you are, the easier it will be to resolve the issue. You need to demand more control over joint finances.

Sagittarius (Nov23/Dec21) There's never been a better time to sign a contract, make a business deal, or enter into a serious partnership. You're tired of doing all the work by yourself. Having a support system will give you more time for the people and activities you love. Looking for work? You could find a job as an advisor of some kind. People are willing to seek your counsel, because you never seem judgmental. That trait is worth its weight in gold.

Capricorn (Dec22/Jan20) Take this opportunity to schedule medical appointments. It's important to guard your health, even when there is nothing wrong. Preventative measures will keep disease at bay, allowing you to enjoy life to the fullest. If you're struggling with a nagging ache or pain, you will find a specialist who knows just how to treat the problem. Follow their instructions to the letter. You can't cut corners when it comes to your wellbeing. Remember, you just have one body. Treat it like a temple.

Aquarius (Jan21/Feb19) Reading, writing and studying gives you a great deal of pleasure. You've been blessed with a sharp intellect. Finding ways to engage it will give you a sexy glow. Don't be surprised when an energetic flirt asks for a date. If you're single, feel free to enjoy a night on the town together. If you're already in a relationship, ask your amour to take a romantic break. The two of you will have a lot of fun exploring a glittering metropolis together.

Pisces (Feb20/Mar20) Sneaking away to some private hideaway is a good strategy. You have a lot of work heaped on your plate, but won't be able to finish it if you're constantly interrupted. A relative needs help with transportation. Work out a ride schedule with friends and family. Try to spread duties evenly among the crowd, so nobody feels overburdened. Of course, people with children and jobs should be given fewer shifts than those with flexible schedules. It's only fair.

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Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Buenas noches Princesa :=) Antequera Hoy para compras

Photos of Antequera
Iglesia Santa María de Jesús

Tapas - Queso Manchego en aciete de oliva - Porra de Antequera - Ensalada de pescado

El Castilo - Alcazaba y Torre de Homenaje

Antequera is located deep in the heart of the vast Andalusian soil, "The city of white and gongorian churches", was how Gerado Diego´s described it. Sheltered alongside the famous sierra, "El Torcal de Antequera", to the South with the edge of its houses leaning towards the green sea of wide vega in the other directions. Antequera is a city rich in ancient history and of monuments erected over many centuries.

Dolmenic Complex
The city of Antequera has Europe's most important megalithic complex, the Menga dolmen being the most ancient. The group is completed by those of Viera and El Romeral. The latter has a primitive false dome. Impressive stone blocks were transported from the Veracruz quarry to form these initial architectural manifestations of man kind.

Golden Age
Having endured Roman, Goth and Arab ruling (civilizations which left their mark), Antequera saw its most flourishing period after the Christian conquest in 1410. Its Renaissance and Baroque periods formed its "golden age". The city became an important economic center and a stage for commercial development. This is fundamental its characteristic as a "crossroads" which today is maintained in all its vitality. It is a city that has attracted the presence through the ages of both the nobility and important religious orders within its walls leaving a testament of churches, convents and ancestral homes for the present and future generations to enjoy.

Churches and Convents
Perhaps the most the most notable of Antequera´s religious architecture are the Real Colegiata of Santa María la Mayor and the church of San Sebastian, both build during the Renaissance period as were San Juan and San Pedro. From the Baroque period the churches of El Carmen, Los Remedios, Santiago, Madre de Dios, San José (Descalzas), Belén and San Juan de Dios are worthy of mention. The social and economic development of the city reached high levels during the Renaissance and Baroque epoch and it became a "conventual city" in character. Numerous religious orders established their convents inhabited by friars and nuns. Worthy of mention are those of the Carmelitas (Descalzas and Calzadas), Mímas, Clarisas, Dominicas and Agustinas. Notable monasteries are the Gothic San Zoilo which was found by the Catholic Monarchs in the year 1500. The church of the royal monastery (San Francisco) is a national monument. The Consistorial Palace was in its day a convent for the "Padres Terceros" (XV11 and XV111 centuries). Another singular building is the convent of San Agustin, the church part being built between the XV1 to XV111 centuries.

Ancestral Homes
The nobility settled in Antequera during the Renaissance and the Baroque period building numerous palaces of which many remain today. One of the most noteworthy is the Palace of Nájera (now the municipal museum) and those in the street of Cantareros, Tercia, Laguna and Lucena, all of which are in the Baroque style. Remarkable examples are the house of the marquis of La Peña; that of the Marchioness of Las Escalonias (noted for its Mannerist facade); that of the Colarte Family (now the Museum of the Provincial Deputation); that of the Barón of Sabasona (one of the most original examples of the "framed facade" characteristic of Antequera), that of the Marquis of Villadarias (a three-bodied facade in red stone from El Torcal and finally that of the Count of Pinofiel (one of the best preserved Baroque buildings in Antequera).

Popular Fairs
The first of these occurs in Holy Week (Semana Santa) and this is one of the most established and traditional to be found in Andalusia. After this religious festival the next is held at the end of May and the beginning of June and is known as the Spring Fair followed by the Royal Fair held in August that attracts visitors from throughout other parts of Andalusia. Important bullfights are celebrated at both of the latter events.

Gastronomy
Antequera has in its gastronomical heritage two plates of original creation and specially appreciated outside the municipality. They are "porra" eaten during the summer and made out of bread, tomatoes, peppers and other ingredients and the dessert "bienmesabe" which tranlated means good taste which says it all. "Mollete" a bread roll is the official breakfast normally eaten with olive oil, for which Antequera is famous for. The "mantecados" and "alfajores" of artisanal elaboration are indispensable during the Christmas festivities but are enjoyed thoughout the year.

One of the nicest places to enjoy your morning "cafe o chocalate y chorros" is La Fuerza which has a unique ambience. Looking for a reasonably priced lunch then try Restaurante Dolmenes where the "menu del dia" is € 9 per person.

El Torcal
Nature has conferred Antequera with innumerable features, its most outstanding "The Torcal" which houses millions of forms moulded out of the erosion of an immense base of calcareous rock. The visitor to it is greated by a dreamlike and surreal landscape allowing him to see different figures modelled in the stone. The richness of fauna and flora of the "Torcal de Antequera" makes these a unique natural experience in Europe.

Cultural Heritage
Antequera´s heritage is not only confined to historical, architectural and natural, but also cultural. The city acquired literay importance during the XVI and XVII centuries (Golden) XIX (Romanticism) and the present day. The most important of these was the first when the Real Colegiata of Santa María was built. A Professorship of Grammer was created and outstanding tutors lectured there. As a result an outstanding group of Poets emerged lead by Pedro Espinosa.

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