Published: February 28th 2006
February 8th 2006
February 8th 2006
As fas as being on the tourist trail is concerned, Cuzco is right up there. The discovery of Machu Picchu some hundred years before turned what was once a relative backwater into something of a tourist hotspot. It was with some cynisism therefore that we travelled to Cuzco - but how could you possibly visit Peru without seeing Machu Picchu? For those that don't know what all the fuss is about, ... Read Full Entry
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I´m at the start of a South American adventure, along with my lovely girlfriend Emma. Hope these pages interest and inspire others to do the same. We´re already having the time of our lives....... full info
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Political slogans on wall
Very common in South America...
Local market at Pisaq
Far less touristy and more interesting than the artesan market next door
Inca doorway at Sucsayhuaman
(or "sexy woman" if you prefer!)
Me taking a photo of Machu Picchu
From Waynapichu, the mountain that overlooks the ruins.
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Ali
Ali Watters
Great Shot!
Love the colourful local girl - increases my desire to travel to Peru - thanks :)
From Blog: Cuzco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas