Amazon Pics

Welcome to the Jungle

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August 27th 2006
Although Machu Picchu was definitely the reason why I chose to do this trip, the Amazon rain forest came in a close second. Its preliminary ranking was right on the mark. Although not as breathtaking as the lost city, the Amazon jungle was a once in a lifetime experience. Listening to our tour guide's warning that the jungle could have very unpredictable weather, all of us brought our rain co ... read more

South America » Peru » Madre de Dios » Puerto Maldonado » Amazon Rainforest

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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