Santiago is a city full of people, trees and good vibes. Laid back atmospheres abound as people sit around with coffees and later pisco spurs, conversing and enjoying the summer weather. It's been fun to explore a bit and get to hang out with good company. I'm visiting friends from the US who are down here visiting their family so it's a full mix of all ages with lots of Spanish being spoken. I'm doing my best to keep up with the conversation. That old adage of just smile and nod works out pretty good.
We all went up a funicular to the top of San Cristobal Hill which has amazing 360 degree views. We got lucky and had some blue skies in a city that often is full of smog. At the very top is a large statue of the Virgin Mary with the best views. Great to see those amazing Andes all around, some with snow despite it being high 80s Fahrenheit.
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