Last night Kristy and I went to the big market in Cusco so we could make dinner for ourselves. When got 3 different kinds of chili's, 3 different kinds of potatoes, tomatoes, carrots, chicken, fresh bread, onions, and peppers. All of which ended costing a total of 8 US dollars! We then cooked all the veges and made a stew with some local red wine. It was quite amazing, but it was one of the spiciest stews I have ever eaten. Peruvian chili's can pack a punch!
Today in Cusco's main square, Plaza de Armas, there were protesters. We believe they were protesting the city wanting to tear down a museum? It was interesting to watch because there were probably 50 police officers decked out in riot gear and had gas masks. Luckily the protesters were peaceful for the majority of the time. We witnessed a police office beat one protester with his baton, then the crowd began hurling oranges at the officers. It calmed quickly, but it made going into town a little frightening.
Tomorrow, we head off to the Manu Rainforest! We fly out of Cusco at 10am and arrive in the city of Puerto Maldonado. From there we are taking a boat ride up the Madre de Dios River to the Tambo Jungle Lodge. While in the rain forest we will trek through the cloud forest and ride along the rivers in search of wildlife! We will be there for 3 days and 2 nights. Wish us luck living with the bird like mosquitoes.
Love,
Colin, Patrick, Kristy
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