Nic at 4300m

The Inca empire

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June 22nd 2010
We arrived in Lima and waited patiently for our luggage.  As we waited we watched the queue for customs.  The process for which consisted of handing over your declaration, then pressing a button which gave a green or red light.  The latter meant further checks at a scanner or even opening the bags.  It looked random, but we think there was a bloke watching on a monitor deciding who he thought ... 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