The classic shot

Destruction is a form of creation, the end is only the beginning.

---

December 21st 2006
Well, I finally did it. I finally went to Machu Picchu. I saved the best for last I think. I can't help but jump on the bandwagon and say that it was probably the most amazing sight in Peru that I've seen. Granted, I haven't seen everything in this geographically rich country, but nonetheless, in terms of archaeology and anthropology, Machu Picchu is choice. God help me I can not remember the ... read more

South America » Peru » Lima

---

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