Sandoval Lake

In the Peruvian jungle

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November 11th 2007
Jenny: We flew to Puerto Maldonado the day after finishing the Inca Trail, a day to rest would have been a good idea, but the flights were cheaper this way. It was only 30 mins in the air, so before we knew it we were arriving at the tiny airport of Puerto Maldonado. We were met by someone from the tour company, and then had a bit of a waiting game, first at the airport, then at their off ... read more

South America » Peru » Madre de Dios » Puerto Maldonado » 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