Cat Park

Replica of a large pre Columbian vessel with Amazonia creation symbols.

June 30th 2013
Our day in Lima was interesting. One thing we learned is that the people of Peru have to vote in public elections or face a huge fine. That idea might improve voting rates in the USA. The colonial buildings were beautiful but we were more excited to discover a pre Columbian archaeology dig just blocks from our hotel where within the last few weeks they found five more mummies, all young women, who ... read more

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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

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Patty Ellsworth

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To Friends and Family, This blog started out to share what I learned as I traveled with my high school history students. Now that I am retired I am looking forward to more adventures. In about 10 days I will be leaving for Israel and Jordan. We will be visiting the major sites in the Holy Land and also Petra in Jordan. You are receiving this e-mail because at some point you asked to be listed on this travel blog. If you would like to continue receiving my blog and maybe learn something new you don't need to do anything. If you are tired of hearing my ramblings please unsubscribe. I hav... full info

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