Climbing to see the Virgin Mary

George and Vivian were so excited to have Grandma and Grandpa Hobbs in town they wanted to show them one of Santiago's more iconic sites - the view from the statue of the Virgin Mary in the Parque Metropolitano.  One of the best aspects of it is the trip up the Funicular (a pulled trolley) up at least a 60 degree incline.

George and Vivian enjoyed the view along with Grandma and pointed out a few things that an experienced traveler (like himself!) takes for granted.

We got to the top and saw the statue immediately.

After a quick climb up the stairs we reached the top and the views were pretty spectacular.

Lollipops and racing on the shoulders of Grandpa and Daddy ended the day.  Daddy and Grandpa settled for something more therapeutic.