Day 2 in BA - boat trip through the delta to Tigre. Really should have done some research 'cos I really didn't have any idea of what to expect. Boat trip takes about 2 hours - most of the first hour is across what appears to be a bay, but apparently is part of a massive river - can't see the other side, which is Uruguay. Trip to Colonia in Uruguay is an option for one of our remaining days here.
Then we entered the delta streams - the river narrowed, and we could see houses along the river - such a range from shacks to mansions, and all manner of boats and jetties. No surprise that Lex took LOTS of photos of .... boats!
It's a city.... centred on this part of the river. Again, Lex loved the boats. Could see him dreaming of the next boat he builds - so we have LOTS of pictures of boats again.
with FREE wifi ..... how about that!!
and several rowing clubs - like this impressive one!!
Had a great steak lunch - mostly chicken in Peru, and Zac always said they have the best beef in Argentina. It was good. Took a bus tour of the city ..... and that's where we saw the commercial area - the MARKETS!!!!! Wow - HUGE, but it was late afternoon , and we had already missed our boat, choosing to take the local train back to BA. Have left the markets for another time - and since we know where/how to catch a train to Tigre - should be easy, right?? Train costs 1.50 pesos and takes about 1 hour!!!!! Cheap as
After such a great lunch, we opted for light snacks on our terrace - third floor overlooking the local BA skyline. Fabulous evening.
Still walked miles that day - an hour brisk walk down to the boat, strolled around Tigre or couple of hours, then about an hour home from the train!!! Getting plenty of exercise!! The street-scapes are very interesting - reminds me of streets in France.
A Parilla restaurant - 'grill'. Looks interesting, but would have to be amazing to beat the steaks I've already had!!!!
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