First sight of Inca Ruins

Cuzco and the Inca Trail - Peru

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June 28th 2006
Arrived in Cuzco in time for the England Vs Ecuador match in the World Cup.... I won't continue with the football thread in this blog as we all know what happened against Portugal.... again!!! The 4 day 26 mile hike to Machu Picchu (Quechan for Old Mountain), known as The Inca Trail was the highlight of South American for me. For those interested in a detailed itinerary of the trek use the foll ... 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