The Newborn's First Step

Machu Picchu

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May 16th 2006
16 Mayo - Machu Picchu Machu Picchu was incredible. Aquas Calientes was not. I'll tell you what, if you are going to Machu Picchu and you haven't been hiking the Inca Trail for at least three days, don't waste your time in the hot springs at Aquas Calientes. In the opinion of everyone in my group, it was a waste of time and money. I have to come back for the Inca Trail, though. I can ... read more

South America » Peru » Cusco » Machu Picchu

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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