Peru 029

Achu...did you say MACHU PICCU?

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June 27th 2010
Well, the group made it happen. With lots of planning, more modes of transportation in 3 days than I have ever used and the most incredible sight I have seen in my life, we visited Machu Picchu this weekend with a little foreign weekend getaway! With of course lil hiccups and funny situations along the way as usual. Note: I had been REALLY REALLY sick all week, and it was questionable for me to ... 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