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Amazon and Cusco

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May 19th 2009
Here are a few photos Hi All, We survived the rainforest and it was awesome. We got to see Cabybara's, caymans, two species of monkeys and lots of birds. We heard a Jaguar growl, but didn't see it. The lodge was nice, food was great and the only low points were the cold ride in the canoe due to a cold front came in and we got a little wet and cold on the 4 and half hour canoe ride. Also th ... read more

South America » Peru » Madre de Dios

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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