Valledupar, al centro

Went into the centre of Valledupar today to do a little shopping. Just a quick look then back home for a little relaxation with Cecy and the kids. Needed the rest after though. I took three rides in taxis today and although it was fantastic not to have to wear a seatbelt for the first time in years I soon realised the reason behind wearing them. The rules of the road here appear to be very flexible and open to interpretation, the most popular view being do what you want provided you don't crash. Everyone's car horn is broken I'm sure because they beep at regulat intervals during the drive for no apparent reason. Overtaking is compulsory from what I can make out, even if there is no room to do so, no matter how fast the overtaken car is driving. The other difference from driving at home is not so much that they break late but more accurately that they do not use breaks under any circumstances. I can only imagine that the cost of replacement pads is prohibitive.

Having said that, I am enjoying every moment here. Tomorrow I'll be learning to dance la salsa!