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Paella punishment in Peru

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November 18th 2006
Today perhaps isn't the best day to write a glowing blog account of my experiences in Peru. After eating the paella from hell a few days ago I've been spending more time with the toilet than anyone else and my most practiced Spanish phrase is now - Donde esta banos? (where is the toilet). However, bowl troubles aside, on reflection Peru does seem to be one thing gone wrong after another. The ji ... 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