Maysaya Market and the Maysaya Volcano

Today marks the last day for our group at La Mariposa. Paulette arranged for Bergman (a local favorite and one of the Spanish Teachers) and a chartered bus to take us out for the day on a group adventure. We began touring the magnificent markets of Masaya. It is easy to get lost in such a dense market. Good hang from the ceiling and many, many vendors line the narrow walkways selling their local wares. Cigars, clothing, pottery, food, textiles, you name it. The colors and variety of items was amazing to say the least. From here we went on to a couple other markets, making stops along the way for Bergman's educational tour of the local sights and landmarks. Our final destination for the afternoon was a BBQ at the Laguna De Apollo. Making our way down to the Lagoon was a sight to be seen. Narrow road and spectacular views kept us all in awe. At last we arrived to walk down beautifully constructed stone pathways to our table just above the lagoon. We all sat under the thatched roof and enjoyed our feast of chicken, rice, coleslaw and vegetable kabobs. Finally we all disrobed and ventured off the dock and into the water. It was so warm and refreshing; an incredible day was had by all. What an appropriate way to spend one of our final days here in Nicaragua.
-Ryan