Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu

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October 3rd 2015
Machu Picchu I saved this trip for the day with the best forecast. I had a very early start and walked down to the railway station for a coffee to wake me up. The train was smart with windows that curved up into the roof, slow though. Half way there the rain started and by the time we arrived at the town at the bottom of the hill it was pouring. I decided to wait it out and have breakfast. I join ... read more

South America » Peru » 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