Wiracocha Temple

A Breathless View from the Top - Puno and Lake Titicaca

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June 28th 2012
Armed with plenty of coca leaves to chew to combat the effects of altitude, we departed Cusco on the “Wonder Peru” bus, a scenic bus service stopping at places of interest between Cusco and Puno. Our first stop was the San Pedro Church in Andahuaylillas at 3112 metres above sea level. It was built in 1631 and is full of art work and carvings. At 3480 metres above sea level we visited the rem ... read more

South America » Peru » Puno » Lake Titicaca

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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