Nearing Aguas Caliente

Yet Another Gringo in Another Lost City of the Inca

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May 12th 2006
We have returned alive from the last of our South American adventure, barring an incident getting back to Lima or Sacramento. Three days from now, we should be back at home, resting comfortably in our own bed. For now, we are spending our last night in Cusco, or Qusqo in the Incan language. Our 4 days on Inca trail were, if not perfect with regards to the weather, an excellent experience. Af ... read more

South America » Peru » Cusco » Inca Trail

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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