Entering Ayacucho

Two Weeks = Two Far Away

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March 7th 2005
I am leaving on March 26th for Ayacucho Peru. I am so excited to meet the other volunteers and start my placement! I can't wait to be completely immersed in another culture. Steve and Maria would be so proud of me because I have been practicing my Spanish in hopes that I will be able to use more than just the adjective Bueno! Every night, I pack in my dreams...yeah, I am excited! ... read more

South America » Peru » Ayacucho

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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