Me and my little friend on bus to Puno

Puno and Lake Titicaca

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November 14th 2008
I was now heading to my next Peruvian destination, Puno and Lake Titicaca. My bus left about 9pm and I was fortunate enough to sit next to a lovely young Peruvian girl (aged 12) on my journey. She was on holiday with her schoolfriends and also on her way to visit Puno and Lake Titicaca. On the way, we chatted in Spanish and shared photos and experiences. She was a bit cold overnight so I shared my ... read more

South America » Peru » Puno » Lake Titicaca

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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