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In reply to the discussion: Trip report for Peru, Machu Picchu [View all]

mnhtnbb

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10. Gosh, I hope your camera shows up with your checked bag.
Thu Nov 2, 2017, 12:58 PM
Nov 2017

We went to Peru in 2009 with a small tour group (18) that included a friend from college and her husband.

Machu Picchu is amazing. Cusco was interesting. Ran into a guy in the Cathedral there wearing an NC State t-shirt (I live in
Chapel Hill) so we had a fun 'small world' conversation.

Did you see the ruins of Sacsayhuaman?

Both my husband and I are still wearing wool sweaters/vests we bought in Cusco. I use a lovely red alpaca throw when I nap
in the winter. Found it at an open air market in the Sacred Valley. Red was difficult to find. We have a runner--in shades of purple and rose--on our dining table most of the year that we bought at a place where they did a presentation on how the wool is dyed.

One of the photos that I took--at the highest point-- on the road to Lake Titicaca won a DU photo contest some time ago when the theme
was roadside attractions. Took it with my little Canon point and shoot that I always carry in my handbag when traveling.

I do so hope your camera shows up! Looking forward to your photos.

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