"The Book"

Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca

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September 27th 2009
Hola, This has been one of the best trips I have ever had. I had almost forgotten what real Peru was like. Outside of Lima is a very different Peru. I have come back with 360 pictures, a slight tan, quite a few mosquito bites, some Inca power, and quite a high from the trip. Everything started Tuesday (9/15) with my flight to Cusco. I went on this trip with a fellow exchange student from my ... read more

South America » Peru

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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