Sunday is Bicycle Day – by Gary

 One of the nicest things about Recife is that every Sunday they create a long linear bike path through the city (it goes right past the yacht club). They do it properly, closing off an entire lane with witches hats, manning intersections with traffic wardens - and the people of Recife turn out in there hundreds to go bike riding.  It’s a wonderful way to see the old city and the beaches.  We loved it!

An entire lane is closed off with witches hats...

... intersections are regulated by traffic wardens ...

.... and the folks of Recife go bike riding.

Bicycle day is a great way to explore the city.

Marco Zero (the waterfront at the centre of town), early in the morning when it is still quiet.

Marco Zero as the day gets going.

The beach early in the morning when it is still quiet...

... and Tai Chi class is still in full swing...

... while Brazil’s future soccer champions practice their moves ...

The local entrepreneurs are busy preparing for another day’s business.

A bit later on in the day – set up for business and waiting for customers.

... alas, some get behind in their work.

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