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Last weekend when the class took a trip to Guanajuato, which is about 10 hours driving distance south of Monterrey, we were presented with the challenge of a photo safari contest. The purpose of the contest was to encourage us to see the important sites and experience the culture of this smaller town. The following pictures are my favorite pictures from the safari.

One of the first things that I did when I got there was take a trip on a local bus into the center of town. It was a nice experience to use the most commonly used mode of transportation instead of a taxi. I felt less like a tourist, and more like a local.

The photo safari encouraged me to take notice of some of the local foods. I tried corn on a stick that was seasoned with cheese, lime, and spices. This type of corn was different from what I’m used to eating. All of the seasoning made it a lot more exciting to eat than regular corn. It was also a nice change from the corn in a cup that I’ve purchased here in Monterrey. Later I tried some Mexican candy that was not sold in a wrapper. It was a sweet made of sugar and milk and they refer to it as “dulce con leche.” I enjoyed the scavenger hunt requirements that gave me an excuse to try some local cuisine.
The contest also forced me to take notice of some of the more subtle aspects of Mexican culture, one of which was the presence of small independent businesses cooking and selling food on the street. This picture is a man cooking beef that he will then use to make tacos. In five minutes you could order, get your taco, pay and be on your way.