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Saturday October 31, 2015
Boy! Did we ever walk miles today to try to see much of the happenings early today as the Independence Day festivities get rolling.
We started off at San Blas where a student parade was forming and made our way to City Hall where there was some tremendous art on display. Then we continued on to Parque Calderon, San Francisco, 10 de Agosto Mercado, and on down to the riverbank.
There is a tent city of artisans on both sides of the river and we went by every tent. Musicians are sprinkled along the route as well. There was a lot of art on display at the Puente Roto (Broken Bridge), and a puppeteer. We again met Cuenca's premier artist Miguel Illescas and continue to marvel at his work.
Further down the road, just east of the Todos Santos bridge, we were surprised to find our buddy Jesus setting up a second location for their Big Kabuda's Burgers. We have promised to return there for the opening later this evening.
We continued to the metalworking district behind El Vergel church before heading home for a well-deserved nap.
I hope you enjoy the photos. That
was the day's excitement, Cheers, Al
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| Andrea The Giant and Tom Thumb squaring off last night |
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| It was quite a David & Goliath battle |
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| The student parade getting ready at San Blas |
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| Bands, floats and the usual |
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| All kinds of spectators lining the route |
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| Wonderful artist's works on display at City Hall |
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| This kind of art is eye-catching |
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| This artist should become very popular |
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| I wish I had this talent.. |
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| This artwork brings many memories |
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| Lots of folks waiting across from Parque Calderon |
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| Our pan flute players beside the main cathedral |
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| The costumes are more North American in design |
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| Grandma was dancing in the tent city |
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| The Tomebamba is oblivious to all the action |
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| Cristina is definitely enjoying the warm sunshine |
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| A musician near the Escalinata |
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| Lots of artworks and caricaturists at the Puente Roto |
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| Gorgeous art that would grace any home |
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| One of Miguel Illescas' works |
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| This puppeteer had his hands full |
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| Many large canvasses on display |
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| Something for everyone |
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| These were on display in the metalworkers area |
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| I call him Maxwell... |
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| Crossing the Yanuncay to catch the bus |
