This last week has been amazing. Laura already wrote a post about how the city was essentially transformed for Sanjoaninas. There have been parades every night down the main street, and I have been there for all but two. The opening parade was very impressive, with lots of shiny Arabian horses and glittery or traditional outfits. There was also a 5-6 hour long parade last night, with around 30 marchas, or groups of dancers with a marching band accompaniment. The excitement of last night lasted until the morning. After the parade was over, people followed the last marcha, clapping and dancing and very very festive. Then there were tables of free food (sausages, bread, and sardines) placed out in the streets, accompanied by bonfires! We represented UNC and channeled the Franklin Street spirit, of course. :) Pictures coming to a Facebook wall near you!
Since it was around 6 AM when I left the streets, I decided just to stay up and see the sunrise from near Monte Brasil. It was beautiful, even though we didn't see the sun itself. By the time we walked back to the residencia, there were people sweeping the streets, people up for their morning exercise, as well as partiers from the night before, still drinking and hanging out.
Also, we (Chris, Laura H., and I) went hiking on Monte Brasil yesterday afternoon. It was gorgeous and we had a lot of fun climbing everything and taking pictures. On Monte Brasil there are enclosures with different animals, and we petted the deer! Touching a deer's velvety antlers in the gathering dusk on Monte Brasil - that ranks among my favorite moments on this trip :)
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