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Mysteries around Arequipa and Nazca

June 12th 2008
Arequipa My first stop after Cusco was Arequipa. It's the second biggest city in Peru, situated behind volcanic mountains. Together with earthquakes, the volcanoes have made some action in the city every century since 1500. The city was totally destroyed in 1600. It's a good place to stop if you want to do some outdoor activities. You can find the easiest 6000 meter in the world, Chac ... read more
South America » Peru » Ica » Nazca » Nazca Lines

Peruvian Flag 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
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