Last post of a great adventure.

I did not know if I'd enjoy Equator or Peru, but I can say I came away with such an appreciation for what these two counties are doing to preserve their heritage and nature beauty. Although the cities and towns all seem to be crumbling around you, somehow it all works. My sense is that people here are willing to share what little they have and the result is a culture based on community and not selfless accumulation of goods and wealth. In the rural areas their day to day life is simple and harmonious with nature. This three week adventure has opened my eyes to South America. My goal is to now learn Espanol and return to South America to export in more depth the people, history and natural wonders. Any takers???!

Jeff Reaves
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Mountains and structures in harmony

The setting of distant mountains with buildings is truly amazing.

Festival of the Crosses

Great gala and music in town to the wee hours of the morning. Lucky for me I was not on the street side of my hotel!

Atop Huayna Picchu

Steep and narrow all the way to the top. But at least it was is the shade!
45 minute hike to the top.

Machu Picchu - WOW

Started at 4:00am from Aguas Calientes and hiked the entry to MP! Its a long way up and when I got there I was soaked in sweat! TI my surprise I wad setting the pace for the 20 yr olds! Being in the 1st 400 into MP I got the privilege to then climb Huayna Picchu, which is the dramatic backdrop to MP.

Arrived in MP (5/03/2011)

Arrives today in Aguas Calientes or Macchu Pichu  today!  The Festival of the Cross is now in progress.  Tomorrow up at 4:00am to make the trek to MP and Temple of the Sun. Have to be one of the 1st 400 to get a pass to go to Temple of the Sun.  BIG DAY!

Jeff Reaves
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Motel 6

Last night we camped here. I got to hang my hammock on the 2nd level, which doubles as a social hall for special events. I had wonderful views while everyone else slept on the damp grass in tents.