On Sunday, our host mother took us over to the Recoleta, where we visited a cultural center, church, shopping mall, and artisan's market. The cultural center was very interesting, with many different displays of contemporary Argentine artists. Unfortunately, we were all in agreement that none of the first exhibits we looked at were our style, but the last three we say were fascinating. We also visited the Iglesia de Pilar, which was a beautiful old church built by the Spaniards in the 1700s. The decorations in the Church were complex and gorgeous, with an ornate altar display and elaborate stations around the side. The artisans market was just outside the Church, and it was huge! It was very interesting to wander around and see all of the goods, though we didn't buy any soveneirs this early.
After we were done in the artists market, we got to see some street tango, which was fascinating. I have some great pictures from the tango that I will post very soon. There was an adorable little dog that was very insistent on sitting right in the middle of the sidewalk where they were trying to dance. When the tango dancers wrapped up, we went inside a small cafe and enjoyed some tea and croissants with our host mother.
On Sunday night, Melissa and I went to Church at the Iglesia de San Augustin, which is located right up the road from us, actually close to Melissa's placement. Attending mass in Spanish was a fascinating experience! I may have to bring a script for myself next time.
Tomorrow, I will begin working...I am so nervous and excited at the same time! I will update soon to let you know how it goes!
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