Hace calor simply means it's hot.
And let me tell you, it is HOT!
I feel like I have done nothing but sweat and feel uncomfortable and attempt to sleep despite the heat for the last two days. Unfortunately, I had a really bad stomachache and headache this afternoon, I think in part due to the heat. I'm feeling much better, and with the help of Leanne and Maddy, who brought me crackers and a seven up, I will hopefully make a full recovery.
Despite spending the afternoon napping (I'll call it a siesta instead of a nap, it sounds more cultural and less lazy), I have managed to see quite a few cool things already. In addition to the Plaza del Sol, where my hostel is, and all of it's surrounding area, we've also walked to Gran Via, a shopping district, a few churches, the national Congress building, the Ritz hotel, and we walked around but didn't go in the Prado, the world-famous art museum of Madrid. I believe that's on the list for tomorrow.
Anyway, here's the link to the Picasa album I have going, if you're interested in checking out the sites with me!
https://picasaweb.google.com/112626058496689085361/Spain2011?authkey=Gv1sRgCLGBv5HfkrC1zAE
KRUDD!! I'm so excited that you are getting to have this amazing experience! I know you will truly appreciate the cultures of Europe!
ReplyDeleteAlthough, if they try to feed you this potato-rice casserole type thing that they serve like a pie (it's basically just a hashbrown pie), don't ingest! Simply store in your cheek pockets until you can politely wipe it out with a napkin! It's by far the worst thing I ate when I was in London..and for some reason was eating at a Spanish restaurant (the owner's name was Alfonso DeleSorento Monigue III).
But yea, I hope you're having a great time!