Today, in Lima, we started off walking around Miraflores (district of Lima). We first stopped at a 100 year old cathedral, the stain glass was absolutely beautiful! Next, we walked down to the coast to a mosaic cliff top wall dedicated to "love." There was also an amazing statue (see pic) of two lovers kissing! We proceeded to head down to the beach where Patrick met some cool local surfers who talked him into surfing! He really felt like he connected with the local surf culture walking around with no ID or money and wet boxers hanging out of his back pocket. As Pat surfed Kristy and I went back up into town and went to some Inca markets. After some shopping we headed to a Mercado. While we where there an amazing old Peruvian lady, Hilda, decided to be-friend us and teach us about the market. She bought us local fruits and drinks, which she slightly forced down our throats! After seeing the market I completely agree with everyone that says you can really connect with a culture through the food. All in all it was an amazing experience for all. We are no off to drink some beers and eat some food. Tomorrow we have a flight to Cusco at 10 am so we are going to have an early night.
Cheers,
Colin, Pat, & Kristy
P.S. - Check pictures here. http://www.flickr.com/photos/cajames/sets/72157622490924068/
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Drinks lots of coca tea once you get to Cusco...it really does help with the altitude!
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