The Temple of the Three Windows.

Machu Picchu by way of Cuzco!

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June 22nd 2012
I began my journey to Machu Picchu by first going to Cuzco, which, according to legend, means Navel of the Earth. And indeed it was to be the starting point of my adventure with the Incas, the legendary Machu Picchu. (Not to be confused with the Pizzeria with nearly the same name, as evidenced by the accompanying photo.) After I dropped off my rucksack (I thought I'd throw in ... 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