Pico del Aguila and more

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11:10PM

Today we went on a day trip to Pico del Aguila in Mérida. It’s the highest peak in this region of Venezuela. The clouds were very low and fell down upon the mountain, so we didn’t get much of a view, but it looked cool anyway.

My Spanish is improving; I noticed with the kids, playing today. I feel a little more confident with it and with the people.

The area where we are is very mountainous, with little towns interspersed throughout. We ate dinner/lunch in a town called Mucuchillo. It was lively. We had soup and cheese and arepas (bread of sorts). Tomorrow we’re going with community members to watch the youth play baseball at a nearby town.

So far, it’s been very interesting. I enjoy interacting with the people, especially the kids. I’ve also enjoyed seeing the countryside and learning more about Venezuela and its culture.

I’ll write more soon, but now, time for bed.

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Photos

Another scenic view
Carorita, Venezuela

At Pico del Aguila
The clouds descended just when we got there, so we didn't get a pretty view, but it was pretty cool and mysterious looking.

Clouds descending
Pico del Aguila, Venezuela

More clouds
Pico del Aguila, Venezuela

Chapel
Chapel at the peak--Pico del Aguila, Venezuela

On the drive
On the drive back from Pico del Aguila, Venezuela

More on the drive
On the drive back from Pico del Aguila, Venezuela-- note the fields patchworking the hillside

Another scenic view (again)
Carorita, Venezuela