August 17, 2007

First Impressions of Belem

I have not had much opportunity to get out and see the sights of Belem as of yet. Nevertheless, I do have a few first impressions.

1. Belem is HUMID! Being only eight hours (by car) from the Equator might have something to do with this. I noticed this as soon as I stepped out of the airport:

2. Belem is a sprawling city. The landscape seems to be quite flat. Here is a picture of the neighborhood I am staying in:

Last night I got to go to the Equatorial Baptist Theological Seminary--a Southern Baptist school here in Belem where my hostess teaches part-time.

Stay tuned...more pictures and updates to follow.

Posted by Andrew on August 17, 2007 9:59 AM.