Chilin in the Parque!

Chilin in the Parque!

What is it that a local parque can offer? Well in the case of Quito the atmosphere and attractiveness of the parque can change quite distinctly over 24 hrs. During the night it’s a great place to mug people, during the day its s great place to soak up the rays, but most interestingly immediately after work it’s the place in Quito to head to and chill out.

It appears that after work the people of Quito come here in their droves to gamble over the volleyball competition or card games that can become really quite heated, whilst simultaneously consuming some comida and an optional beverage. Having visited the parque several times now it really is where the real action is in Quito directly after work. Yep we are now accepted as the local gringos and are able to enjoy this same spectacular social gathering, watching the dollars change hands for the victorious volleyball champions or the arguments over cards that have fallen from the deck. As things heat up we tend to sneek away avoiding the highest of the tensions. So if you are looking for a dose of emotional Quito reality where the fall of a card or pelota beyond the line can turn into a 20 minute argument then head to the parque, what ever time of day it is!