Just this once Mark

Photos of NYC and Arrival in Lima

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July 8th 2008
Monday 7th July Took the continental flight from new york to lima in my flipflops. (I wouldnt mind but it is not even the first time i have lost my shoes). Sat beside a american baptist pastor who is a missionary in peru. Interesting guy, much more interesting than the poor films continental show despite his frequent use of "Jesus Christ" and "Christ our lord" as well as his bush lovin politics. ... read more

South America » Peru » Lima » Lima » Miraflores

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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