Octopus for Dinner

Punta Sal and Huanchaco

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October 16th 2007
Once Paul and I had spent a perfect day in Cuenca we made our way by public bus to Punta Sal. It is a seaside resort reached thru a marvellous gate. Only saw the beach behind the hotel. Arrived late in the afternoon and left early in the morning. The main purpose was to meet the truck and continue on the journey. After taking a PuttPutt to the pleasant beach we found that most people had ... 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