Monserrate

Today we went to Monserrate with Jaime. Monserate is a mountain that dominates the city centre of Bogotá,  It rises to 3,152 metres (10,341 ft) above the sea level, where there is a church (built in the 17th century) with a shrine, devoted to "El Señor Caído" (Fallen Lord). Monserrate can be accessed by an aerial tramway, funicular (inclined railway) or by foot.We went on the funicular. The aerial tram was not opened and actually the climbing path was also closed for repairs. On top of the mountain along with the church are restaurants, souvenior shops/vendors and a beautiful Stations of the Cross reflecting the Passion of Christ. The view is a spectacular.On a clear day you can see all of downtown and south Bogota and some of  North Bogota. Unfortunately it was partly cloudy . We did not care. The view is amazing. We also stopped for a typical Colombian treat called Bunuelos. They are not sweet and are made with a small curd white cheese and formed into doughy balls then fried golden brown. It is a traditional Christmas dish.  Yummy!!
On our way to the car I spotted a llama. Yes, I love llamas. Don't ask me why maybe I am jealous of their long eyelashes. Anyway we took a picture with the llama. Yep, Daniel was on a llama. Love it!!
When we returned back to the hotel to Gary's sweet surprise the had Empanadas for lunch. Gary was excited. They are his favorite. The hotel is filling up with families from Italy. Daniel is so curious and loves watching people. I personally love watching Daniel. Juan Carlos, the hotel manager helped us get the most adorable Colombian Soccer Uniform with Davis on the back. Oh yeah , he also told us that all the best players are #10. So of course , Daniel is #10. I can't wait to put it on him. They just never cease to amaze us .
 After Daniel's nap we went to go get his hair cut. Really it just needed to be cleaned up alittle. We went to the Peluqueria D'Norberto which is a nice salon  for adults and children. Their children's  section is amazing and they cater to the kids.  Daniel was seated in a grey volkswagon Bug. He did not cry and was very cooperative. They gave him a toy police car and a lollipop afterwards. He looks adorable with his hair full of gel. Very GQ!
Tomorrow we are headed to the Zipaquira for the  Salt Cathedral and then Guatavita. We are looking forward to enjoying  our last Saturday in Bogota.
 We have so many pictures it is crazy! I will post  them later. Here is a sneak peek!

Riding the Funicular going down the mountain

Church on top of Monserrate

The old funicular that dates 1929-1964