There are still plenty of things to explore in Santiago. 
Huaso is a local cowboy, which we saw last weekend whilst searching a new place to visit. Santuario de la Naturaleza del Arrayán
We are on our way to Santuario de la Naturaleza del Arrayán (nature's sanctuary), which is a natural reserve just 20 minute drive away from home. 
There we found out where all the Santiaguiños take off during the weekends and public holidays. Many of them go to the nearby nature where they can be found having an asado (=barbecue) with their friends and family. If the weather treats them, time and meat will not be spared! However, we concentrated this time on sports rather than eating, which we are saving for the time when the guests arrive.
I was happy to find just a beautiful spot of nature so close to us! 
We went up hiking aimlessly... 
... saw a rainbow lizard sunbathing...
... and found some mega cactus on our way!
The spikes can be nearly 10cm long! And sharp as needles!
You see?
Spring is in full bloom in the valley.
Luki chose a path that was not always the easiest with my slippery runners.
Santuario de la Naturaleza Yerba Loca
Yerba Loca was packed with cars which was amazing because the route was not too car-friendly. Another unwanted surprise there were some kind of big red spring bugs that like blondes especially... I tell you, I sure was missing the Finnish airforce, the mosquitos!
The water contains a great amount of sulfates which gives it an incredible, turquoise color.
After half an hour walk, we decided to cross the river adventurously over sticks and stones. Here I'm estimating whether my balance will work. 
Well, it looked worse there than it does now! 
And I managed to cross the river with style although not very elegantly!
We were lucky to be driving a Nissan Navara pick-up! 
We drove at least 38 curves upwards to a ski resort called Colorado, and this was the view you got. We are at an altitude of 2300m. 
Sun setting for the day created a misty image.
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