One day and so much. Mike and i had a lie in as both tired before heading out for some exploring. Mike was in charge and the first stop San Mayo plaza, very beautiful with a lovely cathedral quite different from Europeans cathedrals with its ornate tiling mosaics, a solid silver altar with intricate silversmith work very beautiful, confessionals open and on while we walked past. At the plaza their was a massive protest going on and riot police, armoured vehicles and police everywhere. we had planned on seeing the government building but they were closed due to the riots- bad luck also the natural museum and the wax museum not too sure if the protesters were also the reason as they were all supposed to be open. Argentina has protests and strikes on often mainly by my figuring out to do with pay issues, health and education. it was quite strange to see workers in suits and tourist amongst the protesters. One part of the plaza was barricaded off yet on the other side people were having their lunch in the park while the riot police started to disperse the crowds. Mike and I headed towards LaBoca area- colourful, trendy and touristy but great place to spend a few hours. A real market with vibrant atmosphere, school children in groups, shoppers and local cafes. Mike ans I both did a short tango with the performers, spent some money and headed back to the hotel for a time before heading out to dinner and Mike is thinking of going out with some South African netballers here for a world cup. A great day.
Tomorrow off to Uruguay
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