DeutschMexico/Los Mochis Active vacation 2005
Mazatlan to Rosario
Out of the city and burbs into a green lush countryside - mountains all around, dense vegetation, few plowed fields. We chose the free road, a two lane with and without a shoulder. Lots of truck and bus traffic and the road is know as "the road of death". The five young men we met in town two days ago were bumming rides past this section of road because of its reputation. There are lots and I mean lots of road side shrines on both side of the highway. Judee kept a sharp eye out back for developing situations. 48M-75K of rolling green with no mishaps or even close calls - thank you bicycle gods!
The town of Rosario is quiet, narrow streets, old: established in 1550´s. The old church was moved stone by stone due to cave ins of the extensive mine tunnels under the town. Gold and silver mines were a big part of the early history of this area. A young woman from the museum took us around the town to show us the sights: solid gold plated alter in the church, burial place and home of singer, Lola Bel Tran, the local personality.
We are cooking tonight for the first time since Los Mochis, one or two weeks ago. Our hotel ($12) has an enclosed courtyard and is perfect for reading and cooking. Outdoor living is now a big part of life. This reminds us of our experience in the Caribbean islands, especially Cuba. Open courtyards with rooms off, open kitchen, and also a clothes washing area. The hotel family is just over the wall and starting their dinner preparations. The father joined us and gave us books. He was quite the self-taught gentleman!
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November 6 Mexico/Mazatlan Active vacation 2005
Out of the city and burbs into a green lush countryside - mountains all around, dense vegetation, few plowed fields. We chose the free road, a two lane with and without a shoulder. Lots of truck and bus traffic and the road is know as "the road of death". The five young men we met in town two days ago were bumming rides past this section of road because of its reputation. There are lots and I mean lots of road side shrines on both side of the highway. Judee kept a sharp eye out back for developing situations. 48M-75K of rolling green with no mishaps or even close calls - thank you bicycle gods!
The town of Rosario is quiet, narrow streets, old: established in 1550´s. The old church was moved stone by stone due to cave ins of the extensive mine tunnels under the town. Gold and silver mines were a big part of the early history of this area. A young woman from the museum took us around the town to show us the sights: solid gold plated alter in the church, burial place and home of singer, Lola Bel Tran, the local personality.
We are cooking tonight for the first time since Los Mochis, one or two weeks ago. Our hotel ($12) has an enclosed courtyard and is perfect for reading and cooking. Outdoor living is now a big part of life. This reminds us of our experience in the Caribbean islands, especially Cuba. Open courtyards with rooms off, open kitchen, and also a clothes washing area. The hotel family is just over the wall and starting their dinner preparations. The father joined us and gave us books. He was quite the self-taught gentleman!
