la plaza

One of the best things about all countries of Latin America, in my opinion, is the abundance of public spaces that people actually spend time in. Families, couples, and just about everybody hangs out in plazas and parks, at cafes... I just posted some photos of Morelia's evening activities. The dancers are doing "La Danza de Los Viejitos" - a traditional dance from this state, Michoacán - they wear very loud cloppy shoes and dance around really fast, wearing silly (creepy) masks.

detalles / details

Every street I walk down seems to have its hidden gems. For some reason, this old sign board caught my eye. There are so many little patches here of color and decay...

And each time I walk a few blocks without a destination, without fail it seems like I stumble upon a secret shaded green plaza where teenagers and old people are hanging out. Behind the buildings and buildings, you turn a corner, and there's a surprise - an oasis that I never would've found, had I not walked those couple of blocks more.

camino / walk

Finally there was a break from the rain yesterday. I skipped homework to walk in town. The colonial buildings & narrow streets are so charming...