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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 ... [read more]
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 ... [read more] Blog: 2nd Day in Machu Picchu
Date: October 8th 2008
After the non-stop rain yesterday, we were extremely lucky today to have relatively clear skies for our return to Machu Picchu. In fact, other than a few sprinkles when the bus first dropped us off, it was dry the entire time we were there. I am so happy that we waited until today to go back. Since we already walked around most of the area on Monday, today we decided to hike up to the Guardhous ... read more
Date: October 8th 2008
After the non-stop rain yesterday, we were extremely lucky today to have relatively clear skies for our return to Machu Picchu. In fact, other than a few sprinkles when the bus first dropped us off, it was dry the entire time we were there. I am so happy that we waited until today to go back. Since we already walked around most of the area on Monday, today we decided to hike up to the Guardhous ... read more
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When I was 8 years old, I went to summer camp for the first time. Whereas other kids were getting homesick as soon as they got there, I instead got sick the day I had to go home again. The travel bug caught me early and has lingered ever since. I LOVE to see new places, experience new cultures, eat new food... life is so short and there are so many places to see! I hope that this blog will be filled with many adventures to come. Next stop... France, Belgium, and the Netherlands!... full info
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