at the Point Hostel

Passageway to Machu Picchu

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October 17th 2011
Cusco, Peru is not a city for one to pass by on the way to Machu Picchu. It has much more to offer to travelers than merely a place to acclimatize. During my stay at Cusco, I met many fun and friendly travelers, enjoyed delicious meals, appreciated many forms of art, and splurged on the shopping. Rich in culture, Cusco provides travelers with many activities. I highly recommend The Point Hos ... read more

South America » Peru » Cusco » Cusco

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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