The explortion of Santiago

We set out this morning to find the OTHER side of the big nasty city. That started with a trip to the tourist inf0 office and came away with a mitt full of brochures and a plan. We were off to the "Old" city where we would discover some ,








weird but cool sculptures















interesting architecture














and a contrast of old and new. The church on the left looks interesting from the outside but on the inside it was spectacular. (no pictures as we couldn't have done it justice!)















This is a huge market, mostly devoted to the preparation and selling of every kind of sea critter that you can imagine. We sat and had a beer and a plate of breaded garlic shrimp. mmmmm

























Opposite the market is the highest point in Santiago, Cerro San Cristobal, and we will tackle it tomorrow. It will offer a spectacular view and there is also a huge statue of St. Christoper, the patron saint of travelers. Perhaps we'll stop by and pay him a visit!








It was a long walk home. In fact, we gave up and took the subway. On the way, Charlene met a new friend. Stray dogs are everywhere! Some look quite good but others are the most mangy things that you've ever seen.








Supper was in a restaurant near our hotel where we chatted with a local who had been to Calgary for the Stampede! Small world. Home about 8:00 to prepare for the next adventure.
Love N&C