Feira do Largo da Ordem

This week took us to the 
Feira do Largo do Ordem.

Known to be one of the largest street fairs in Latin America, this is a very beloved weekend attraction for tourists and locals alike.  

Every Sunday, come rain or shine, there it is! (I know, the fact that it is held on Sunday is very unfortunate.) 

This is an enormous outdoor market where you can find a little of everything: paintings, carvings, embroidery, knitting, jewelry, baskets, slippers, handbags, flowers, tablecloths, bonsai, rugs, dolls, antiques, and many “et ceteras”. All this among the colorful houses and buildings and historic churches.

So...after church, feeling a little guilt, we hopped on the bus and headed to Largo da Ordem.

One must be careful not to unleash the obsessive-compulsive shopping disorder. Everything is so cheap, so easy, so quick, and so pretty.
We seemed to be a bit overdressed for the event. 

Besides the sites, there were the sounds. 

Yes, Elvis is alive and well in Brazil!

Like any good outdoor crafts fair that is worth visiting, the Largo da Ordem street market has a large “food court”.  

I'm not exactly sure what we ate, but it was good.


In this section of town you will also find the Curitiba Mosque.

According to the Islamic culture, the mosque faces the northeast toward the holy city of Mecca. Visitors can go inside if they take off their shoes at the entrance. Women are offered a headscarf which must be worn inside the mosque. The floor is covered with original Persian carpets.

Since we didn't buy one of those books, that's about all the information I can give you.

We found out yesterday that the Wernecks will be returning to their home to take care of some unresolved health issues. We will miss them and we wish them well. 

We were able to enjoy one last chá with them. 

P.S. If anyone asks, we are still very busy working in the temple. 😊