Another interesting day! I walked into "el centro" (downtown) because I had to register my temporary resident visa with the city of Arica. The photos you see show the contrasts within the town. Some buildings look very modern and well-kept; others look quite poor - and they're all mixed in together. It's not quite like anything I've seen before. I had been told to go to "Extranjeria y Imigracion" (the place for foreigners and immigrants). After waiting in a long line there, I was told that no, I needed to go to "Investigaciones" (international police headquarters). While trying to find Investigaciones, I mistakenly entered the Appellate Court and the Division of Police Security (apparently different from the police who investigate). Once I found the right place, they told me I needed two photos and copies of my passport and visa; I didn't have those. Fortunately, just around the corner, there was a small tent-like store for foreigners just like me, who were missing these items. I was thrilled! A nice man took photos of me holding a black tray with my name and passport numbers spelled out in white plastic letters - very criminal-like. I returned and registered my visa. I was supposed to continue on to register for my "carnet civil," which will allow me to open a bank account, but I could not deal with it when I saw the line was about 40 people long. Another day! I'm now off to visit Gladys's evening class. I can't wait! No more police for me today! :)