The money shot of Machu Picchu

The majestical Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

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November 17th 2008
At breakfast we meet Maria, a 62 year old woman from Adelaide with a dodgy knee who is doing the easier Inca Trail walk. We wish each other luck as we get on the bus and head to kilometre 82 - the start of the trail. The morning is hot and I buy a bandana to cover my neck to stop me from getting roasted at the advice of Eddison. We meet the porters who I can’t even understand their names let alo ... 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