Sarah and Owen ready for their road trip
We drove toward the coast through the mountains. We made a stop at the Casa Morande Restaurant. They had a playscape for the children. We enjoyed a Reserva Sauvignon Blanc and an appetizer plate--bread with olive oil and spiced butter, rabbit empanada with orange marmalade sauce, ceviche with shrimp and sea bass, tuna tartar, lamb brochette and mushroom crostini. Delicious!
It was a pleasant stop and soon we were on our way to the port city of Val Paraiso. This city sent supplies to San Francisco after their big earthquake, and then suffered a major one thereafter from which she has never quite recovered. There were many old beautiful buildings, though, which survived. Naval ships are stationed out at sea and many boats were at the harbor.
We then took the funicular up to the to the top of the city to see the view. Hmm-scary! But worth it. The view was great.
The Admiralty, which houses the armada headquarters was impressive.
Our next stop was Vina Indomita Vineyards. We sat out on the terrace and admired the view and had another glass of wine and a wonderful cheese plate.Did I mention that the weather is delightful here?
The drive back was pleasant. We passed through the beautiful valleys planted with many crops. The mountains are always in the distance. We drove again through downtown Santiago. I was again impressed by the many parks, even in the poorer areas of the city.
A great day! Home and asleep very early. Until tomorrow. . .
1 comment:
I'm still enjoying your travelogue. I hope you decide to come home! I might just stay!
Have I got a holiday tale to tell you when you get back to work! It involves many ER visits. (all is well....mostly)
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