Saturday was a pretty relaxing, uneventful day. While some kids decided to go horseback riding in the morning, and others went zip-lining through Copan, I decided to stay in the town and do some shopping. It was nice to have some time to myself to explore a little bit. The town is pretty bustling, especially on weekends. There are vendors on the sides of streets selling cooked meats and sweets, colorful parades, and an interesting mix of musical styles blasting from various speakers.
The roads are all cobblestone and very uneven, sometimes intimidatingly steep. The sidewalks also vary in height, being anywhere from one to 3 feet off the ground. When it rains, these streets turn into rivers, which is why the sidewalks are so high. When I first got here, I had the weird feeling that every street seemed like an alley.
While I was out shopping, I took some pictures so you could get a better look at the town. Here is one of the more touristy streets, with tables full of altar replicas, jewelry, and hand-woven items.
The roads are all cobblestone and very uneven, sometimes intimidatingly steep. The sidewalks also vary in height, being anywhere from one to 3 feet off the ground. When it rains, these streets turn into rivers, which is why the sidewalks are so high. When I first got here, I had the weird feeling that every street seemed like an alley.
While I was out shopping, I took some pictures so you could get a better look at the town. Here is one of the more touristy streets, with tables full of altar replicas, jewelry, and hand-woven items.
I have another full weekend of shopping left, and I'm trying to get as many cool things as possible. Don't forget to let me know if you want something! I love you all, and will try to get in a post about today's adventures later tonight!
1 comment:
Ah, they have Claro here too? That was the major carrier in Peru. The town looks really nice--makes me nostalgic for Latin America... Glad to hear that you're enjoying everything!
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