Hello From Cuernavaca - An Excursion To Las Estacas
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Exploring Cuernavaca: A Trip to Las Estacas
Summary:
After a delightful breakfast in Roxana's garden with Helga, her lively black Labrador, I headed to a private tutoring session at the Ideal Language School. My teacher, Estela, and I engaged in lively chats about dental procedures, amusing doctor tales, and even unexplainable events. We also discussed safety tips, particularly for women traveling alone, as past years saw incidents of kidnappings and robberies in the area.
Safety Tips from Estela:
- Avoid flashy jewelry and extravagant clothing.
- Never walk alone at night or in deserted areas.
- Keep your bag in front of you.
- Opt for radio taxis from trusted places at night.
At 11 a.m., a street vendor tempted me with traditional Mexican sweets, including obleas with honey and pumpkin seeds, and peanut squares with caramel.
Onward, I braved the public buses into downtown Cuernavaca with ease, a new skill I'd acquired. I encountered a demonstration outside the Palacio del Gobierno, where locals protested development projects threatening natural reserves, an issue linked to a persistent water shortage.
I then visited Martha Elena, who packed a picnic, and we set off for Las Estacas, a local riverside resort. The drive revealed the bustling yet organized chaos of Cuernavaca’s traffic, with buses squeezing in and out of lanes.
Outside the city, the terrain was dry and brown, as spring here equates to an arid summer. After an hour, we arrived at Las Estacas, passing vibrant villages where life buzzed in authentic Mexican style.
Las Estacas greeted us with clear blue rivers and lush grounds. Marta Elena shared that the local fish, although bony, make excellent chowder. By 1 p.m., we settled beside the river, enjoying a delightful picnic while sharing stories of our contrasting upbringings in Mexico and Austria. Our connection proved genuine, despite our different backgrounds.
We explored the resort, visiting pools and playgrounds and even a camp area with 31 units. Later, our adventure continued to an orchid market, where Marta Elena, an avid gardener, showcased her expertise while I admired the flowers’ mesmerizing allure.
Under the sweltering sun, I cooled off with popsicles. As a thank you to Marta Elena, I gifted her a unique yellow orchid.
Returning to Cuernavaca, we re-entered the lively city, and Marta Elena dropped me at the cathedral. After a warm farewell, we looked forward to reuniting before my departure.
Later, I visited El Cafecito, recommended by Alberto, Vanessa's cousin. Outside on the sidewalk, I watched vibrant street life unfold. Local women displayed enticing jewelry, and I picked up some decorative necklaces, charmed by their appeal.
Jose Manuel, the café owner, joined me and shared stories of his brother in Toronto, highlighting common Canadian connections. He also recounted enduring unusual cold in Arizona?"barely tolerable for one accustomed to warmth.
Jose Manuel graciously called a radio taxi for me, ensuring my safe return to RX Villa in Rancho Cortez. It was time for laundry, story writing, and resting up for more adventures tomorrow.
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