We were on the fifth floor of our building. The road in both pictures is the Trente de Juin (30th 0f June) and it's the main road into and out of downtown Kinshasa. In the top picture, you can see the backup of traffic that extends all the way into the city. The yellow and blue vehicles are taxis. In the bottom picture you can see the high fences that surround every building or compound in Kinshasa.
We're now living in a quieter and less congested area of town. That said, it seems like you have to take the Trente de Juin to get to the larger supermarkets or stores in Kinshasa. I thought I was leaving traffic jams behind me for a year. Guess not.
Hi, Charlie,
ReplyDeleteI've been reading with great interest about your African adventure. Sounds like a fascinating year you have ahead of you. Loved the new pix you added today - really gives a feel for where you are.
I'll be watching for future installments. You've been doing a great job capturing the experience and your personality shines through. Keep up the good blogging!
Take care,
Scot (in "quiet" Chicago)
By the way, Happy Birthday, Charlie! Must be a whole different kind of birthday experience in Kinshasa. What do you do to celebrate over there???
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