The rafting team - the Suicide Bombers!

Chilling in Cusco for a while

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October 26th 2008
Following my trek to Macchu Picchu I decided to take a well-earned rest in Cusco and relax for a while. I slept like a baby that night and had a well-deserved lie in. I spent the next day recovering from the trek and getting my dirty laundry done. I was so relieved to see the rest of my clothing and fresh knickers!! I sorted out all my stuff and cleaned my very dusty hiking boots. Later in the day ... read more

South America » Peru » Cusco

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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