We stayed in a motel about 3 hours outside San Antonio and we had to make it to the city by 11am to catch mass since it was Sunday. We left at 730am to give us enough time. I was so exhausted from yesterday and going to bed really late that I slept for pretty much the entire ride but I did notice that the fauna once again changed. Now there were many trees around but with very small leafs obviously designed to not be overwhelmed by the abundant sunshine.
After mass, we got some lunch and then checked in to another motel. Once we unloaded the car it was off to downtown. Our first stop was the Alamo. At first I was pretty surprised as to how small it was. It really put into context the bravery these 300 men had in defending this place against an entire Mexican Army.
Two blocks away was San Antonio’s Riverwalk. We crossed a park in front of the Alamo and passed an evangelical preaching on the street. It would have been fun to argue with him over a couple of his points but I was tempted not. Anyways, this section of the city makes Providence’s riverfront and waterfire exhibit look ridiculous. The Riverwalk here is beautifully designed surrounded by restaurants, hotels and shops on both sides of the river. There are trees and palms along the river with several different birds swimming and nesting around. Dad and I ended up taking a riverboat tour to get a good sense of this place. We learned a lot of interesting things including how San Antonio got its name. Along the water there is a bronze statue of Saint Anthony which was a gift from Portugal given to the city.
I really had a good time here but it was seriously hot. It hit 100 degrees. After being in the mountains of northern Wyoming just last week wearing a winter jacket, I am not at all adjusted to the heat so it was pretty uncomfortable.
Next up: New Orleans!
No comments:
Post a Comment