Lima to Cuzco 14

Lima to Cuzco

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April 21st 2006
Well after a few days in Lima due to Semana Santa (easter) and all the transport and accomodation being fully booked we were finally able to get out and headed south to Ica and out to the oasis town of Huancachina. We spent just two nights here - Mike and I did the wineries in Ica while Gary visited the bars in Ica! Wineries were classic and our guide was great - able to practice our spanish and ... read more

South America » Peru » Cusco » Cusco

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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