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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nI expect that there are some interesting ships in these sheds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Immediately adjacent to the harbor is a very nice Naval history museum. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The museum isn’t very large but there are models and displays that represent the entire history of the Spanish navy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, not navy per se, but sort of close to home with the Santa Maria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And a nice painting of the same. Not the sleekest of craft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n And, speaking about weather, which I was earlier in this post, I spoke with Chris Parker, the weather router, we have worked with for more than a decade, about the very strong winds and dead calms here. His comment was “Bob, have you noticed that the ancient Greek ships had tiny sails and a LOT of oars.” Well, there was a model of a ship of that period. Many oars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And, one with somewhat fewer oars but with cannons. <\/p>\n\n\n\n And models through the ages. The newer they are, the more guns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Lots of guns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n And then, the transition to steam and you can see the lean hull design, close to that of a sailing ship, to allow the relatively small engines of the time to drive the hull. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Love the detail in the bridge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Another lovely model. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some really nice detail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A trio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I guess I like details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Over time man has found more and more efficent ways to kill each other. Thinking of what’s going on in The Strait of Homuz and the mines. Here’s a diorama of mines over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And when there is stuff going on underwater there is diving. And lots of ways to do it. Note the boxes with wheels to the left. These are primitive hand cranked compressors to supply air to hard hat divers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n And where there is diving there is the risk of the bends and the need for a decompression chamber. Pretty Medieval looking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beyond old stuff, there are plenty of excellent ship and yacht repair yards in the harbor. With my repair needs, I have had plenty of trips to buy stuff. Adjacent to the chandlery is a fish market. Very nice building. <\/p>\n\n\n\n And some pretty big ships. Not a lot of big yachts but one that stands out is Arctic. She’s a converted salvage ship, and at nearly 300′ long, she’s the largest explorer yacht available for charter in the world. I walked out on the dock last evening and took some photos. She’s really impressive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Quite imposing from the dock. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A great view from the bridge I bet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n She can go anywhere an it seems that she has. And, with seven tenders, no shortage of options to explore once you get there. This video surely shows her in a way that makes me want to go for a ride. And, if you want to sign up, they are offering an option to head north to watch a solar eclipse in 2027. Don’t wait, book now. Check out this charter site for more details <\/a>on this remarkable yacht. <\/p>\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n