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Machupicchu (I can spell it)

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November 9th 2016
Climbed Marchcupiccuch yesterday! What a sight to behold. I was here years ago and made the climb which is not an easy climb but I did it. Still marvel at this hotel but we are leaving today for Cuzco. Stay there one night and then to Lima and home! This has been a long journey, glad I did it but never again. From now on river cruises where you unpack once and can reme where you have been and wher ... read more

South America » Peru

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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