We stayed at a hostel in Marathon called "La Loma Del Chivo", unique in that all of the buildings are made using "alternative," or "eco-friendly" building techniques. Some of the structures, like the kiva (a circular partially-underground chamber), were built of cob (clay + straw + manure). Others, like the main guest house, are made of papercrete (shredded recycled paper with water and cement addded). Bicyclists sometimes come to "La Loma" and decide to stay for a while. In turn, they contribute something to the "La Loma" community - for example, giving an old car a new paint job.
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