Córdoba

I cannot wrap my head around the fact that our trip to Argentina is nearing its half way point. The experience thus far has been nothing short of astonishing. 

On Monday, we traveled back to the elderly home in Buenos Aires to teach the elders a set of popular American anthems. We attempted to teach them the YMCA dance and sang to them both the Star Spangled Banner and Sweet Caroline. Despite looking like fools, they were entertained, which is all that matters. 

Later that night we headed to the Retiro bus station in Buenos Aires to catch our bus to Córdoba. Córdoba is a smaller city north of Buenos Aires and is about a 9 hour drive. The bus we took had the most comfortable seats and it was easy to sleep the ride away. Upon arriving in Córdoba, we checked in to our luxurious hotel, The Felipe II. Soon after checking in, we departed on a walking city tour directed by Esteban, the most friendly, energetic, and knowledgeable tour guide of Córdoba. We visited many sites throughout the city such as the first Jesuit church in Argentina and a Carmelite church. After the city tour, we went to grab a bite in the Mall of Córdoba. I ordered a small calzone at a restaurant and it ended up being the biggest calzone I had ever eaten! We jumped on the bus again and drove out to the country side to see the peaceful and beautiful countryside of Argentina. Brendan and I went up via chairlift to the top of a small mountain to witness the incredible views of Córdoba and its outskirts. The views were incredible. This was a perfect way to end a perfect day. 

Mike M.