Lima Fountain in Plaza De Armas

Lima the Ugly

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September 5th 2005
So, Mike wanted to check out a colonial hospital in Lima that he read about in a couple of archaeology articles. Thus, we arranged for a one-night stay in Lima, with a solid afternoon to find what he wanted. Mike didn't actually know where the hospital was, but as usual, impressed me by tracking down an approximate location and finding the actual building by talking to local people. Unfortuna ... read more

South America » Peru » Lima

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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