Thursday, August 22, 2013

Shoes!

Many prospective visitors want to know about what shoes to bring. It actually is a great question, so here are some answers and photos of what we wear...

First of all, Pana is a pretty casual place, so be comfortable!  Second, the streets are of big stones and cobblestones, or uneven brick, or concrete - or just dirt.  The sidewalks are rarely very usable - they start and stop so often that it's easier to just walk in the (bumpy) street. You'll want something stable and fairly indestructible. Right now is rainy season (until October), so they may also get wet or muddy. There is lots of dog poop and other 'hazards', so ... just don't worry about being cute.  (Of course, this is from a 62-year-old woman who gave up 'cute' shoes a long time ago!)

Everybody has their favorite brands - Easy Spirit, Ecco, Dr Scholls, and others I can't even remember.  Here are some pictures on a typical day.












Plus, here there are boys on the street that will shine your shoes for 5Q - less than a dollar, so even if they get scuffed or dusty, there is hope!

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