We sailed from Florida with only a rudimentary knowledge of South American. It seems that Americans tend to ignore this whole continent and view it as filled with poverty and drug lords. Yes, it has those, but it has been an interesting revelation as we journey from country to country.
Columbia had contrasts of extreme poor and rich; Equador seemed very poor; Peru is much more first world, but still has lots of poverty; and Chile seems to be the wealthiest of all the places we have visited. It's obvious that a strong middle class exists.
The people in all the countries are warm and welcoming and filled with national pride. We have not had a bad experience anywhere. A new discovery:Pisco Sour...a most refreshing drink.
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| Pisco Winery, a local alcohol, that both Peru and Chile lay claim. |
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| A small church in Vicuna |
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| Loved the patina of this old wooden door |
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| Local market in La Serena |
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