On the bus to Cuzco, which was only supposed to take around 8 hours, we got stopped just before our lunch restaurant because the road was blocked by a gas strike. Hundreds of cars were lined up on the road waiting to pass, many of them gas trucks. Our tour group sat around for about 5 hours doing nothing, waiting to eat and waiting to move on while the strikers continued their protest. Eventually, the tour guide told us that we should get out of the bus and march WITH the strike to show our sympathy for their cause and help them present a united front. By the time my friends and I had reached the front, the strikers were giving their victory speech. It was still a riling time, though. Eventually we got to Cuzco, though five hours late, and made our way to the hostel. The next day I walked around and saw the sights of the city before hopping on my bus to Lima. I've explored some of this city as well and will post pictures the next time I get a chance. The city is GIANT in so many ways and very modern. I've really enjoyed it and look forward to more exploring in the weeks to come.
In more news, I leave for Huarochiri tomorrow morning, so I'll be out of touch for another week. Until next time!
Love,
Augusta
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