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Day 11: Cuzco

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May 9th 2011
We had another free day in Cuzco today. We went out this morning for an American breakfast, and then we went to the Cathedral and had a wander around the city. We went to the markets again and Rach bought some leg warmers. Tomorrow we are heading off to start the Inca trail at 6am, so we are busy packing for that and will be having a pretty early night tomorrow! ... read more

South America » Peru » Cusco » Cusco

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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