[Day-5] Garnada's Day & Night : Grand Cathedral, Cheesecake, and Rain

 

[Day-5] The majestic Granada Cathedral

My fifth day in Spain began with a bit of a shock in the mirror. My face was completely puffy! 🫠 That is the steep price I paid for enjoying a bowl of late-night ramen in my hostel. But let’s be honest—ramen is a non-negotiable survival kit for any Korean traveler, right?

☕️ Starting the Day with a Spanish Cortado

To wake up my senses and fight the "puffiness," I headed straight to a cozy cafe called Malamiga near my hostel.

The Experience: I ordered a Cortado, a Spanish coffee classic that every traveler must try. ☕ Even though the weather was quite warm, I chose to drink it hot. There is a saying in Korea, "fight fire with fire," and a hot Cortado was exactly what I needed to kickstart my energy. 🤭

A warm heart-shaped Cortado to start the morning

📍 Malamiga

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📮 A 'Hardcore' Mission at the Post Office

After my caffeine fix, I joined my roommate on a mission to the local post office to buy stamps. Who knew buying stamps could be so intense?

The Struggle: Navigating the Spanish kiosk felt like playing a hardcore video game. 😵‍💫 Even with a translator app, the language barrier was real.

A Kind Gesture: Just as we were about to give up, a kind local stepped in to help us navigate the screen. Thanks to their generosity, we secured the stamps safely! It was a small but heartwarming reminder of the kindness of strangers in Granada.

Navigating the tricky Spanish postal system.

🕍 The Majestic Scale: Granada Cathedral

Next, I visited the Granada Cathedral, a masterpiece of Spanish Renaissance architecture. 🏛️✨

Smart Travel Tip: I booked my ticket online in advance. 🎫 This is a huge time-saver that allows you to bypass the long lines.

The View: Under the clear blue sky, the facade was stunning, but the real surprise was inside—the sheer scale of the massive white pillars was absolutely breathtaking. 😲

Always book your tickets in advance online

The breathtaking golden interior of the cathedral

📍Granada Cathedral

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🕍 The Majestic Scale: Granada Cathedral

Next, I visited the Granada Cathedral, a masterpiece of Spanish Renaissance architecture. 🏛️✨

Smart Travel Tip: I booked my ticket online in advance. 🎫 This is a huge time-saver that allows you to bypass the long lines.

The View: Under the clear blue sky, the facade was stunning, but the real surprise was inside—the sheer scale of the massive white pillars was absolutely breathtaking. 😲

Cute packaging for the cheesecake.

So many choices at La Tarta.

📍La tarta de la madre de Cris

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🌧️ Chasing Sunset: From Beer to Rain at San Miguel Alto

To catch the ultimate sunset, I hiked up to San Miguel Alto, the highest viewpoint in the city. 🧗‍♀️

The Plot Twist: I enjoyed a quick, refreshing beer 🍺 while waiting for the golden hour. But just as the sun began to dip, dark clouds suddenly rolled in, and it started pouring with heavy winds! 🌬️ Instead of a glowing night view, I ended up getting completely soaked on my way down. Such a dramatic ending to my hike! 😭

A pre-sunset beer that was the last happy moment before the rain...

📍San Miguel Alto

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🥩 A Perfect Spanish Dinner & A Heartwarming Surprise 🇰🇷

After a quick rest, I ventured out for a late dinner—Spanish style at 10 PM! 😋

The Menu: I enjoyed wine, salty Jamon, and a meat dish that tasted like Korean Galbi. The highlight was a unique red gadget used to hold the Jamon plate!

The Surprise: When I returned to the hostel, drenched from the rain, I met my new roommate. When she mentioned she was from South Korea, I shouted, "Oh! Are you Korean!?" 😂 Meeting a fellow countryman in such a far-off land turned my rainy day into a truly happy ending. ✨

The unique red holder for the Jamon plate.

Premium Joselito Jamón Ibérico paired with a glass of rich red wine. 🍷

A succulent pork steak with caramelized onions, reminiscent of Korean Galbi flavors. 🥘

📍Bodegas Castañeda

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