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Machu Picchu

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October 2nd 2010
1700 Steps Up at 3.40 and out the door by 4. The Boss, Sarah, Julie, Rich and I walked to the base of Machu Picchu in the dark, with Rich and Sarah´s torches assisting to light the way. We made the bridge, which was supposed to open at 5AM, by 4.30 and found it open, so the hike to the top began a little earlier than anticipated. At first, it seemed like it was going to be a snap. There ... 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