Fountain and Cathedral

Saying Goodbye to the Family Home

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January 9th 2008
January 3 2008. Of the foodie vagabonds, Jose is doing this trip solo and much missing his partner in crime. After 40 years, I am in my dad’s hometown of Cajamarca. Yes, for those who know me I was three years old when I was here last and as hard as it might be to believe I still have memories of my time here. I have also heard so many stories from my dad, aunts, uncles, and cousins that al ... read more

South America » Peru » Cajamarca » Cajamarca

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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