There is not even a village there; it is only a great hacienda, belonging to the Company, with the huts of the workmen built near it.

The Company, represented by Mr.Bell, received us with the greatest hospitality.

Almost before the letter was opened our horses and mozo were off to the stables, our room was ready, and our dinner being prepared as fast as might be.

What a pleasant evening we had, after our long day's work! We had a great wood-fire, and sat by it, talking and looking at Mr.Bell's photographs and minerals, which serve as an amusement in his leisure-hours.

The Company's Administrador leads rather a peculiar life here.