Summer always brings back childhood memories—biking to nearby villages and accompanying my mom to buy tobacco from farmers in remote areas. Being here, in this quiet and isolated village, brings back those moments.

Blancas, a small rural village in the Jiloca Comarca of Aragón, Spain, sits at 1,100 meters (3,600 feet) above sea level. Its continental climate brings hot summers and cold winters. Located in Teruel province, one of Spain’s least populated regions, Blancas is surrounded by vast landscapes, traditional farmlands, and historic villages.

I feel fortunate to have come this far, spending a summer immersed in this peaceful setting. Here, I’ve had the chance to explore the surrounding villages and appreciate both the beauty of the landscape and the simplicity of life.