Peruvian Amazon-1

Violated by a wild boar in the jungle

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March 25th 2007
We had to get up extra early (0400hr) so that we could get to a nearby lake in time to see the wildlife, including the resident river otters. Our wooden catamaran went along the edge of the lake. Despite the fact that it was still early morning and not very hot, mosquitos were already everywhere and feasting on us. I wore a long-sleeved shirt most of the time in the jungle and applied 30% DEET ... read more

South America » Peru » Madre de Dios » Puerto Maldonado » Amazon Rainforest

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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