This majestic replica of 16th century ships visited the St. Augustine port from Spain to commemorate the 500th Anniversary of Ponce de Leon landing on the shores of Northeast Florida in search of the Fountain of Youth. El Galeon is her name and she set sail back to Spain June 9 after visiting four ports in Florida. For the record, Ponce de Leon landed just south of Ponte Vedra Beach at 30 degrees, 8 minutes north latitude.
Thanks, Tim. Wish the posts weren't in the way, but it does show it. It was magnificent.
***WHAT A MAJESTIC REPLICA OF A 16TH CENTURY SHIP, FROM SPAIN.*** Thanks for sharing with everyone. This ship **El Galeon** allows us to step back in time, and we see for ourselves, how the seas were navigated, way back then. Exciting !!! Great Historical Blog !!!
Smiles To You, Myrna :) :) :) ;(o_o):
Sharon-this is truly amazing what they accomplished with so much less than we have today. Great photo.
Myrna, the craftsmanship that went into making these ships is remarkable in itself.
Adrian, it is indeed amazing what they accomplished. Thanks!
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