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Bones of Catacombs  
   

Bones of Catacombs

Bodies were buried for a few years, then dug up and the bones were put in shelves or bins. This one had circular pattern
Flying Monk in Lima

April 20th 2009
O.K. This really is my last day in South America. I fly out at eleven,on the dreaded overnight flight to Toronto. I never sleep on planes so I know I will be useless for a day or so. Yesterday was a blast! With two Brits and Servas friend we explored downtown Lima and the Bohemian communities. At the Cathedral we arrived just at the end of the ordination of some Bishops. Riot police were on ... read more
South America » Peru » Lima » Lima » Barranco

Peruvian Flag 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
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