"Traveling to Lake Colbun" Talca Travelogue by VeronicaG

Much of the Chilean countryside is accessible by dirt road, so once the paved road is left behind it's important to have a car that is built for abuse.

I love this countryside scene with the shrubby bushes along the dusty road and beyond...the lake framed by the mountains.

As we drove along, we witnessed the Maule district's grape producing area.

At the end of a circuitous dirt road, simple wood gates mark the entrance to the family's lake cottage.

A lovely vista featuring the serenity of the lake and mountains beyond.

This grassy area is where we gathered to lounge, dip in the water or converse with neighbors.

A place to rest and watch life go by.