The Church in Pisac

The Sacred Valley - Day 12

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March 19th 2008
Lesmahagow To Peru - Day 12 Sunday 27th January 2008 Well, another early rise. I am amazed at how I am coping in the mornings, as I am most definitely NOT a morning person, but so far on the trip I have been bright and breezy and reasonably communicative. (In the main!) Our tour leader, bus and guide - Ruth, turned up on time, and after a small time collecting guests from a few other hote ... read more

South America » Peru » Cusco » Sacred Valley

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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