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Día 13

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July 13th 2007
Since we just got back from our "Jungle Weekend," I am going to update all entries. Día 13 (Friday the 13th!!!) Since we were leaving Iquitos pretty early today, Natalie and I had to get up early to pick up our laundry. Even had a few minutes to check email at the cafe! Short busride to the dock where we were met by BF Stephanie, the boat that would be takng us to the Amazon Lodge fo ... read more

South America » Peru » Loreto » Iquitos » Amazon Rainforest

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Ancient Peru was the seat of several prominent Andean civilizations, most notably that of the Incas whose empire was captured by the Spanish conquistadors in 1533. Peruvian independence was declared in 1821, and remaining Spanish forces defeated in 1... ... read more