Chan Chan - mostly re-built

PERU - The North

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November 23rd 2009
After an arduous journey of 12 hours from Guayaquil, including a slow but painless border crossing, we arrived in Piura in the north of Peru. Our hotel, Los Jardines, was a short walk from the bus station so at least we didn't have to deal with the taxi drivers. Our introduction to Peruvian food that night was good, but massive portions. On the bus again early the next morning and a short 3 ... 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