We were not surprised to learn Iguazu Falls is considered one of the modern wonders of the natural world. It provides breathless views of the flow of tons of water cascading over myriad precipices, an avalanche of water stretching for vast distances, often converging and barreling over channeled tops. The effect is stunning, making views unlikely to fade from one's memory. When we first noticed the Iguazu River and others, we were surprised to find that they were colored a rich brown. It struck us that churning of water in the rivers, probably following storms, would be negative. To the contrary, the various shades of brown in different degrees of light added advantages. Rather than only view white water, we had access to sights in hues of brown and orange. In addition, by adjusting the camera's shutter speed, we were able to capture some additional advantages.
The authorities have seen fit to make part of the rainforest into a controlled park. This provides reasonable access to visitors and is therefore, useful and practical. However, it does, in our opinion, detract from the experience. It would be far nicer to hike to remote parts and come across cascading waterfalls naturally rather than in a Mickey Mouse...um Disney fashion.
All-in-all, despite the artificial dynamic introduced into the park, we ended up with delightful views and experiences. Rather than attempt to describe the sights further, we are fortunate because of the invention of the camera—it allows for the recording of the water-flows for posterity...and then a bit.
Barreling water thrills us at Devils Throat, a scene of incredible action, violence and beauty.
Sun breaks through and enhances the waterfalls.
Jen 'tempting' a massive spray of water.
Plush-crested Jay of the rainforest.
'Slow-down that shutter, buddy'.
The original setting of 'Bridge over Trouble Waters'.
One dynamic scene after another.
We like...a golden moment in a region with the most unstable weather.
We spent a day in the rainforest, quite a bit of walking, examining as much as we could. We decided to revisit the park after skipping a day although it would of course be soon after the initial visit. The selected day happened to be 'Good Friday'. We were hoping the city was filled with many church-going visitors and residents. Alas, it wasn't. We purchased tickets for the bus, arrived early at the station and were soon heading to the glorious rainforest. After a few holdups, we arrived at the park, took in the sights at the entrance, looked at each other and jumped on the next bus out of 'Dodge'. Had we stayed, we might have come to dislike one of the most amazing forests that we have had the privilege of visiting and enjoying. Instead, we went for a walk where we were able to look from Argentina into both Paraguay and Brazil, at the same time. The river separates the three countries in a remarkable way. In fact, because of the flow, the color issue we mentioned earlier, is apparent on the Paraguay side which is less muddy. Who knows what that means!
'Who left the tap open?'
Doesn't always pay to 'go with the flow'...perhaps, hardly ever. The building is in Brazil, a little across
the water. We don't think this is a popular crossing for illegal entrants.
'Before the fall...'
An ominous sky. Good. We need the rain.
Cheers,
Jenni and Jeffrey
Jenni is a bit of an opportunist camera woman. She captures Roberto and I having a conversation, electronic of course. We have not resorted to swopping jokes though. My Espanol is almost perfect...up to at least twenty words.
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