Some of you may know that I just adopted a Great Pyrenees named Jackson. The breed is known for their ability to guard flocks and herds of livestock. Since I have neither herds or flocks of anything, he guards me and my home - needless to say, I sleep very soundly alone these days. The Pyrenees Mountains serve as a natural border between France and Spain. I'm quite certain that Jackson is from the French side - maybe I'll explain why I believe this to be true another time....
The largest city on the French side is Toulouse - which is actually not in the range, but just outside - as this area is very rugged and there are few roads that go through connecting the Iberian Peninsula with the rest of Europe.
Toulouse is called the Pink City - as most of the buildings are made of light red brick. The picture shown above is the work of graffiti artist Miss Van who got her start on the brick walls and doors of Toulouse. She's actually quite famous - but this is the first I've heard of her.
Her work consists mainly of women expressing emotions. Apparently the feminists of the world have a problem with her art - you be the judge. Either way, I'd love to explore this area more, as I've just ridden through on an overnight train from Barcelona to Interlaken. Next time, next time.
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