Valparaiso and Santiago, Chile

After a few relaxing days in and around Talca, we headed north in Chile for a vibrant city by the sea, Valparaiso. We spent our time wandering the streets to check out the artwork and murals that covered the city. A college town with a great vibe. In Valparaiso, it´s clear to see the effect Pinochet´s dictatorship had on the psyche of this town. The older folks are subdued and quiet about it all, while the youth express anger and sadness through some truly unique street art.
Our next stop was Santiago, where we did a whirlwind tour of the city (and also slipped in a few movies at the theatre near our hostel). Parts of the city were very cool but one day was enough to see the highlights. So long, Chile...back to Argentina we go for our last week!

**Yes, Dave did shave his beard and was sporting a mustache for a few days on the road. I had to beg him to get rid of it because he thought it was cool.

Comments

Ty and Juju Brown said…

Hi cousins,
I can't believe this awesome journey you two are on. Can't wait to see you in a couple months and hear all about it. much love

April 22, 2008 at 8:26 PM

Unknown said…

Just to be clear. The mustache is cool! There better be a great reason you shaved it.

April 27, 2008 at 2:15 AM

We recently had family photos taken in the Columbia Gorge by a wonderful couple who travel around the world with their two kids taking pictures. I just love how they turned out!

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Dave's friends, Scotty, Ryan and Danny, have been taking good care of us this week. We're thinking about asking them to move in long-term! Ryan is currently making us a fancy breakfast and Danny is still trying to find us the perfect Subaru Forrester to purchase.

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