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South America, Day 11-12: Cusco, Peru

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August 14th 2014
On day 11 we had a free day to explore Cusco. I'm currently writing this a few days later though so might forget a few things. From what I remember we got up moderately early and saw the main square, some more beautiful churches and we went to a few museums. One museum was about the history of the Incas with a few pieces of art, sculptures and pottery. But the second museum was my favourite: A cho ... 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