Santiago is a wonderful city, but there is so much more to see in Chile that I couldn´t waste another day in the same place. I caught a bus to Valparaiso at the perfect time to see the sunset over the wine valleys. Everything was magnificent about the ride, except the guy snoring next to me.
Valparaiso is a town built of color and teeming with life. The houses, although many are made of corrugated metal and hastily nailed wooden boards, are painted in an array of pastels. From almost any point in the city, you can take in the beauty because everything is built on hills. And not gently rolling hills, but hills that they build elevators to get to the top of. The relief of the town makes is so beautiful, but quite a workout to tour. I think I am in better shape now than after my week hike on the Appalachian Trail.
In addition to the pastel houses, there is tons of graffiti. Gorgeous artwork adorns the walls and allies of the city. It is a trademark of the city, although I think it is still technically illegal. The one below almost had me walk headlong into a wall. I have dozens of photos, but can only put a few up here right now (internet here is a Slowskies commercial). More to come!
p.s. Myles, you´ld absolutly love it here man!
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