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Mountains in Arequipa

Inca History in Arequipa and Cusco

August 20th 2008
My first day in Arequipa I went to the hospital and finally got some antibiotics, which had me feeling better in a couple days. Arequipa was a nice city but the Plaza de Armas in the city center was gorgeous. The plaza was filled with palms, surrounded by beautiful architecture and was packed with people enjoying the great weather. Mountains are overlooking the city and also the volcano, Misty. ... read more
South America » Peru » Cusco » Cusco

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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