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Nuns on the run

Photos: Islas de Ballestas

June 5th 2009
There were two main reasons we decided not to go to the Galapagos islands. 1. Money. We could not justify blowing one month´s budget on a five day tour. 2. Eco-respect. Back in October we saw a documentary about how the island and the unique animals living on it are being destroyed by the boat loads of tourists who visit every day. Some places are so special they should be left alone. So wi ... read more
South America » Peru » Ica » Ballestas Islands

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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