Another view of Independence Square with some of the old buildings, and a bunch of school kids 'hanging out'. This is an active place, with several nice old buildings surrounding the square. It is a neat, small place to start a walking tour, however, walking just a couple of blocks away from the square to the East would take you into a 'barrio' district where it would be dangerous in the daytime, and downright scary at night. This area is great for tourists, but one must keep their eyes open and be sensitive to surroundings. The neighborhood changes abruptly.