Abandoned Villages - Faleia
Back To The Main Drag
Having finished exploring the left hand fork of the road, we now find ourselves back at the junction. And we have been joined by some rather curious horses. It is now time to head back.
Up The Junction
We have now returned to the first junction we reached on entering the village, and have taken the left fork. We are now looking back at the road we came on. The building to the right is definitely inhabited.
Local Farmstead
This house is clearly lived in. I like the scarecrows too, especially the one in a high viz jacket.
Kennels?
The first time we visited Faleia, there were a lot of dogs on this property. We presumed it was a kennel of some sort. When we returned to take some more photos, most of the dogs weren't there. They may just have been taking a midday nap though.
Tired Pooch
This dog was quite sweet. It lifted it's head like this, to take a look at us, then lay back down, and gave it's tale a single wag.
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