The spanish Inquisition

Lima? Not quite sure

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July 10th 2006
Hola! Well we arrived safely at our appointed hotel?! rather strange place considering we left such a good hostel. We weren´t quite sure of our surroundings, but went for a walk anyway. Lima is dirty, but the buildings are cute. Much better coffee up here that is for sure. In typical Australian style we sat in the hotel bar drinking cerveja (beer) whilst we watched the end of the world cup ... read more

South America » Peru » Lima

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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