Sunday, July 21, 2013

Cerro Santa Lucia in Santiago

Yes, another mountain! I never knew there were so many. It is just rolling hills and mountains everywhere. Today on Sunday we went hunting for the Latin Mass but our information was old and they did not have it every Sunday at the church we went to. But there are so many churches in Santiago, we just walked a few blocks and found another Mass just about to begin. Then we went to a nearby park which has some historical significance and some fabulous views.
                      Here is a view from Los Dominicos with the freshly snowed upon mountains.
And here are some pictures of the park.




 The boys sitting on a cannon that is part of a fort that was built in the 1800's during the War for Independence from Spain. They are wearing their new hats we bought at an artisan's market. 3 hats and 2 pairs of gloves for $22.
 And the views of the city from the very top of the hill. It was a long climb! Notice the mountains are covered in clouds. I guess it's still snowing up there!



6 comments:

  1. Samuel's hat has little Llamas on it, SO CUUTTEEEEE lol.

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  2. Wow! What beauty! God is so amazing. It looks like the weather must be fairly cold since all the boys are wearing coats.
    Jackie

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  3. Hey! Glad y'all are doing well. I check here every couple of days, even if I don't leave comments. Take care.

    Benson

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  4. OK. For some reason my comments aren't showing up... I'm glad to know that you guys are doing well! Take care.

    Benson

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  5. Is the fort in the heart of the city? Also, the park ~ it's not a typical park?

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  6. The fort is in the center of the city near the Plaza de Armas.
    And it is not typical though there are many parks. Each town is centered around a plaza but it usually just has a statue and a fountain.

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