Where can I start? 100% the poorest country in South America. 100% the highest country in the southern hemisphere. 100% landlocked. 100% the only country where coca is grown legally (much to the annoyance of the now departed American DEA). 100% awesomely stunning scenery. 96% alcohol for 15p. One of the most remote and rugged countries in the western hemisphere.100% Crazy!!!
I last wrote from Sucre where I had spent a week studying a little Spanish. Rock on… what a city! But there was sooo much more of Bolivia to see, and so we were eventually forced to vamos and head elsewhere. Now unfortunately I don’t have time for my usual full report and stories (I’ll explain why in a sec…), but safe to say Bolivia has been my favorite traveling experience since India – and possibly the top country on my whole trip?!?!
Anyhow rather than describe what was so great, just check out the newly added photos (here and on facebook). Simply stunning!
Now this brings me to why I appear to be skipping homework: I am now in Cusco (Peru), and came here with the intention of visiting Machu Picchu and various other Inca heritage sites like any good diligent tourist. However, we have decided to do it with a difference! The tour companies have all been ditched, topological (big word for me) maps have been purchased, a tent hired, food supplies acquired, and tomorrow we do like the Incas and head for the hills. Basically we have a rough plan to hike to Choquequirau and then to Machu Picchu, and so expect to be away to the real world for a fair bit...
I guess a much smellier Dave will let you know more next time. Until I return; Addios! x
