Mancora

Northern Peru and Lima

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May 22nd 2009
Our first stop in Peru was Mancora, a seaside town similar to Montanita. After meeting up with some friends we went to a bbq beach party to mark our last beach stop before heading into the cold. On our way to Lima we decided to break up the journey by stopping in Hyanchaco. From here we were able to visit the ancient mud cities around Trujillo including one of Peru’s largest structures, a pyrami ... read more

South America » Peru » Ica

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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