Parque Amor, Lima

El Malecon on a Peru tour in Lima

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June 21st 2012
As I start my journey down the Malecon, a long stretch of path, parks and cafes that overlooks the ocean below, I cannot help but notice the peace and tranquility of my surroundings. I walk past the greenery surrounding a local cafe while usually for the most past not paying attention to my surroundings and looking over at the ocean below as the numerous surfers paddle out. Today, a more overcast ... read more

South America » Peru

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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