Condor at the Colca Canyon

Colca Canyon and Nazca Lines

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October 10th 2006
Forgot to mention that on our last day in Cusco, we went to see a footy game between the local team (3rd in league) and Lima (1st in league). It was really good fun, simply becasue there was so much action. 5 sending-offs, 6 goals and 2 massive stadium fights where riot police (and army?!?) got involved. There was a slightly worrying 'kerffufle' outside at the end where the police on horses got ... read more

South America » Peru » Arequipa » Arequipa

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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