It has been a long weekend of chicha and lots of handkerchief waving in Chile. No, Peru haven't invaded, it is the season of drink and dance to celebrate the 18th of September, Chile's independence day. The dieciocho celebration or fiestas patrias seem to be a big thing, with Chile shutting down and everyone kicking back with some monotonous music, drink and good friends. The national dance, cueca, is where the handkerchief waving comes in, it makes for some good spectacle throughout the cities. Flag sales are up and there is a general 'proud to be Chilean' feeling in the streets.
Instead of some flag photies or hankie waving, here is a lovely sunset enjoyed from San Alfonso, near Algorrobo at the coast.
Good friends, beautiful sunsets, dance and a feeling of pride... not too schabby a weekend.
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