The Pacific Coast

The cliffs of Miraflores just a block from our hostel

June 28th 2005
The biggest difference between Lima and the rest of the places we've visited is the lack of sunshine and clear blue sky! Located on the coast, Lima is shrouded by a melancholy coastal fog. But at least it doesn't rain, and it is fairly warm although the locals seem to think I look out of place in shorts and t-shirt. Just one day here, so we headed into central Lima from our hostel in Miraflor ... read more

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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

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Brian Johnson

Well, some years ago I caught the travel bug. So every now and then, I leave the farm behind and head off in search of new adventures, immerse myself in different culture's, discover ancient history, and experience every day life in another land. That Pic is me at the World Cup 7's in Hong Kong March 2005 - AWESOME event. Hmmmmmm.....it's been a couple years since I accessed this blog! But that doesn't mean to say I haven't been on a plane. In 2006, I took a trip with my girlfriend across to England for my bro's wedding. Mangaed to make stops in Disneyland LA, Toronto, Brussels, Croatia... full info

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