We were warned not to touch these:)
Barrel cactus were everywhere…
It is a very dry, desert like environment…
You really have to be there at dawn to see the most birds…it was too hot for birds to be out by the time we arrived…
The black widow spiders were out though…
…and there are some beautiful wild flowers among the cactus.
The salt flats are pink due to algae in the water…It a delightful contrast against the blue sky.
There is an observatory tower to take it all in…
After lunch we hiked to the Caba Rojo lighthouse…the lighthouse was closed but the view is what everyone seeks…and the wind was refreshing after hiking in the desert heat…
Yes, I had white ankle socks on…I was hiking!
This was growing wild up on the windy cliffs.
Looking back towards the salt flats and mountains you could see an idyllic beach… I would have stayed there all day but we had to get back on the bus and head towards San Juan and supper…
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It has been a thrill to see all these photos from your trip Oliag! Those pink salt flats are amazing... Such very different scenes, flowers and life there! :o) Happy Days ((HUGS))
yes i loved the pink salt flats so pretty. And the beach and waves i love ocean photos
It looks so tropical and serene. The pinkness of the salt flats against the blue sky looks so unique. You saw lots of interesting non touristy things while in PR
What a rugged place, with its beauties. That turquoise water (and pink!) is beautiful against the rocks.
Of course you're wearing white ankle socks. And a hat, smart woman. The wild plant with the purple and white blooms is beautiful, isn't it? THe photo looking back toward the salt flats and mountains is gorgeous and inviting. But the food, well, you know how I feel about that.
It's so satisfying to eat a good meal at the end of a tiring, and hot, day out in the wildnerness.
Wonderful photos... looks like a wonderful day trip, those pink salt flats are amazing!
even the prickly things make this look like an amazing trip !!!
well maybe not so much...or the spider. but everything else looks great !!!
I can tell you're having a beautiful time. Super pics.
Love all the photos, but those salt flat ones are unbelievable!
What a beautiful area. I love this!
Wow, such great shots! I've never seen anything like those salt flats, and I LOVE your photos of the cliffs. I almost feel like I'm taking the hike with you.
Thanks for your comment about my post. I was so incredibly happen when I saw that the trees were already blooming at the cemetery. Everything else is so far behind this year, but I think these get a lot of intense sunlight as they are on top of a very high hill. Hope you're starting to get some beautiful spring weather in RI, too! xo Gigi
these are beautiful. i dream of visiting pr.
xo
these are lovely photos. looks like it was a great trip.
thanks for your kind comments about willow on my blog--it means a lot to us.
what a marvelous collection of a really unique looking place ... your photos turned out so well! I have never been to PR..it is beautiful!
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