We went for a day trip to Valparaiso by public transport (Turbus). The day started foggy at the bus station in Santiago, but by the time we made it to Valparaiso, it was sunny and we were ready for brunch at Plaza de la Victoria in front of nice fountain with La Sebastiana casa museo de Pablo Neruda in the Bellavista hills above. The day was essentially a long walk parallel to the coast from the bus station at Pedro Montt, across the street from Congreso Nacional to Cerro Artilleria and back, with many side “excursions” to Cerro Alegre, Concepcion and Bellavista. We enjoyed walking up- and down-the hills, twisted side streets, colorful houses, short rides on Ascensor Artilleria and panoramic views of the city and port. We liked the murals, colorful and often complex. The streets were full of people, mostly locals minding their daily business, some tourists too, of course.
Trip to Valparaiso…
The next day was all about Aldo’s Ph.D. thesis defense at Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, lunch in Lastarria, a walk around La Alameda/Cerro Santa Lucia and an evening walk through the city center.
Santiago…
