Our overnight bus trip bought us to the Margarita Hotel in the heart of San Christobel. A number of the cobbled streets are pedestrians only, lined with cafes and stalls selling all manner of things. It’s a bit cooler here, being up in the mountains, which is a welcome relief for a couple of days.
Yesterday we visited a local church and craft centre. The church was amazing. No pictures allowed inside. There were thousands of candles along each wall, and rather than pews, the worshippers set up rows of candles on the floor and knelt and prayed on pine needles. After the worshippers left there were a group of cleaners sweeping up the wax and pine needles, ready for the next person. Intriguing.
We also viewed a cemetery nearby, where the crosses were coloured depending on the age group of the dead.
After we visited the co-op, where women were weaving, selling their wares and demonstrating traditional skills ( more pics on Instagram).
The central square (Zocalo) is full of life and I love the bright colours of the buildings. Some of the snack foods are in the same bright colours!
Today we went on a boat trip along Sumidero Canyon. Some of the walls reached 2,500ft. It was a very different perspective viewing it this way. We saw crocodiles, spider monkeys and lots of bird life. It was spectacular.
This afternoon we went searching for the Textile Museum (of course) and the local Artisan Markets. So many people creating beautiful things, makes me wish we never went into mass production of clothes.
We finished the day with a pizza and coffee frappe. Perfect.
Chris Godman 
Glad you’ve climbed up in elevation and have a cooler climate. The candles, wax and pine needles sound like a fire hazard combo! Surprised the church hasn’t burnt to the ground! Your photo of the tortilla maker is a classic! Reminds me of the Mona Lisa. Can you buy me a pair of crocheted slippers, size ten, to bring home for me??? This trip is so you Chris!! Enjoy.
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I’ll crochet you a pair when I get home! The church floor was all tiled, easy to scrape the wax and mop the floor I think. $420 fine if you tried to take pictures!
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Wow, Chris. Did you know there would be so much weaving etc to see? You must be loving it so much. Looks fantastic and so different to Australia.
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Well, I did have an idea, but it’s been better than expected! Lionel has traipsed along to a number of textile museums…free entry!
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fantastic, Chris. So colourful! And that canyon cruise looks amazing
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looks like another great day. Thanks for the pics and updates. Love reading about your travels.
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Looks fabulous. pine needles – interesting, have seen this in Tang, wonder if it has the same significance. Making tortillas - great photos, that would be great to see. The boat ride must have been amazing also. So many things, keep enjoying. Love reading and looking at the pictures.
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We are loving the lumix! And yes, every day brings new experiences. So much to see.
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Loving seeing all the pictures and reading what you are doing. Looks like a great variety of experiences. Making tortillas is a great photo. The boat ride must have been so interesting. Not surprised you’ve discovered museums and lots of different crafts and textiles, so interesting. Keep enjoying and having fun.
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another amazing trip lived vicariously through Lionel and Chris. Glad you are getting some relief from the heat Chris.
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Hope you had a good Bookgroup catchup. We forgot how tiring the heat can be, even the youngsters on the trip are feeling it!
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