Peru: Conquistadors, Incas, Inquisition
Colonised by the Spanish and inhabited for many years before by great civilisations, Latin America’s centre was once Peru and in this mini-guide you’ll see why.
Read MoreColonised by the Spanish and inhabited for many years before by great civilisations, Latin America’s centre was once Peru and in this mini-guide you’ll see why.
Read MoreDespite having a population of around half a million people, iIquitos is marooned in remote jungle, hundreds of miles from the nearest connecting road.
Read MoreThe humble spud is one of the most popular foods of the western world. The word ‘potato’ comes from the Caribbean word batata, which means sweet potato. The potato is actually part of the same family as the tomato, eggplant, pepper and deadly nightshade.
Read MoreLake Titicaca is the largest land locked lake in the world and the highest in terms of the navigability for large vessels. It lies at 12,500 feet above sea level and sits across the border of Peru and Bolivia and at such an immense size and sheer beauty it is a sight of awe and wonder.
Read MoreMost people have heard of the Mexican Margarita, but less so the Chilean rival Pisco – a strong alcoholic drink similar in smell to Vodka and usually served with egg whites!
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