A Monument By Any Other Name…

The Plaza Bib-Rambla, also known as the Plaza De Las Flores, is one of Granada’s most frequented sites, with its many restaurants and bars, plus its central fountain topped by a statue of Poseidon. However, just a few years ago it was called La Plaza de la Inquisition, yes that’s where the Church burned those unfortunates who were found guilty of heresy or witchcraft, or maybe just breathing while Jewish/Muslim. But maybe the Spanish could teach Americans how to deal with the ghosts of our past. Instead of tearing down a statue of General Lee, why don’t we just name it after, say, SaraLee, who made those tasty cakes, or even Jerry Lee Louis, or even Jerry Lewis?

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