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A Week of Hiking, or Hiking While Weak

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April 24th 2006
Well, we have all returned from our 8 day hike in the Cordillera Blanca and were not at all disappointed by the last second change in plans to this hike. In fact, the landslide blocking the Cordillera Huayhuash was likely a blessing in disguise. For the parents, we are currently all in relatively good health, though Jill did not feel her best earlier today. For tomorrow, we are on to the big c ... read more

South America » Peru » Ancash » Huaraz

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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