Today on our day off (Thanks to you - Saint Peter and Saint Paul) we went to the east side of Santiago where the city limits meet Aguas de Ramon park. There we trekked our way up into the Andes away from smoggy Santiago.
There was still some snow on the peaks in the distance that hadn't yet melted from last weekends storms.
Looking back to the smoggy city. See why we were ready for the fresh air?
We saw vegetation of all types as we moved from the dry rocky slopes down into the damp riverbed.
Then we found a mini cascada (waterfall)....
But we went elsewhere to eat our picnic lunch. It got awfully cool in the shade.
Walking back we were on a Northern slope that didn't recieve much sun. Here we found our first Andes snow!
It was a wonderful end to our three day weekend. We hope to return soon for the longer 7 hour hike further into the park.
What a great and beautiful way to spend the day!!! And so wonderful to get out of the smog!!!!
ReplyDeletelooks like you two are still living the chilean dream! also, so glad you guys made it to pisco elqui, that place is surreal... stay in touch! -austin
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