The Jardin, (pronounded Har-DEEN) the main park in the square surrounding the Parroquia, is the focal point of San Miguel. Both houses were only a short walk away this wonderful place. People hang out here: families with children, ex-pats, hawkers, and of course, touristas. It's pretty much the pulse of the city. It even has wi-fi, or it used to. We were not able to access the wi-fi this time, so maybe since so many people now have it in their homes they've discontinued it. But wi-fi and all that new gadgetry is not the reason people flock here. It's to sit and chat under the gorgeous impeccabley trimmed laurel trees. For children to play within the watchful eye of parents. Lovers meet here. Ex-pats come here to meet and greet. 

To shop.

To eat.

To just people watch.

Or perhaps just to relax.

It's the heart of this city and it's pulsing with life.

Beautiful photos…I love that the public space is multi-use.

But, all I could think about was it must be a full time job to keep those wonderful trees pruned and shaped just so!  Looks like my kind of place.

Sounds like you could spend a whole day (or several) just at the Jardin.  Did you eat from any of the food carts?  Love the new header!!

Bigsis, that’s why they have special gardeners to take care of the trees and pretty much why every house here comes with a gardener.

C, it is a great place to just hang out and watch people. No, we didn’t eat from the carts. They are mostly fresh juices and fresh fruit. Sometimes it can be dicey to eat from food carts where you know all the veggies and fruits must be triple washed before eating. Glad you like the header!

It’s great to see so much outdoor activity!