Mirror lake

Hola Peru! Puno (and Sillustani)

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July 7th 2008
Saying goodbye to Bolivia after 3 1/2 weeks was actually quite sad because we have loved it but we were also excited to be heading to Peru. The border for Peru runs across the lake (which explains the presence of a Bolivian Navy in Copacabana - although it was very comical to see what they sailed around in) and is only 9km from Copacabana. The bus drivers were very organised and efficient in g ... read more

South America » Peru » Puno » Lake Titicaca

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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