Valparaíso, Chile

Took a free tour, great information and interaction for 3 hours. Started in the main square, Plaza Sotomayor before heading to Plaza Echaurren. There is a red line of bricks and subsequent markings that show where the shoreline was originally and how it has moved with land filling. Learnt about different classes and how the wealth was lost from stopping ships with the opening of the Panama Canel. Took the bus up to near where I am staying, Plaza Bismarck. Bus drivers earn based on passengers so they speed round bends to pick as many up as possible! Apparently the ticket gives you insurance if the bus is in an accident…. Saw the Cemetery, the former jail and also great graffiti on the way back down, before hopping on the trolley back to Serrano street. Met a lovely lady on the tour, Karen, so enjoyed a leisurely late lunch with her the shade before sitting on a rooftop to enjoy more of the great views of Valparaiso!