Cusco

Cusco

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August 1st 2007
What feels like Perú´s busiest and best city, Cusco is full of tourists and things to do and see, not least of which in Macchu Picchu. Another pretty main plaza rivalling that of Arequipa, my first impression of the place came through my stomach - there are some really excellent eateries here, if not tradional or (by Peruvian standards) particularly cheap! Above the city hights lie the remains ... read more

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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