Yellow Steps

  Since we have been here I have heard about the yellow steps in the Colonial Zone.  I knew that these led into a mercado (market).  Didn't know too much else.  We went today and you can see that the steps are very yellow.  We have a little granddaughter who would love them!  Inside the market are individual shops selling jewelry, trinkets, souvenirs etc.  Everyone wants you to buy and, of course, the prices are just for you, for family!  The art abounds--very bright colors, a lot of modern art, some ocean views.  I don't think it is my favorite art yet.  The jewelry, on the other hand, does appeal to me.  Larimar, a Dominican volcanic stone, is blue, so of course I would like it!  It is often combined with amber, also found here or conch shell.  So we had a little fun at the market.  Yes, I made a little purchase.