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Peru

The Nasca Lines.  Photos and explanations of a series of strange lines in Peru's coastal desert. Texts in Spanish and Quechua
(djr)
http://www.yachay.com.pe/especiales/nasca/

Jauja pictures

The Inca trail.  A virtual trek along the historic trail from Cusco to Machu Picchu.
(djr)
http://www.raingod.com/angus/Gallery/Photos/SouthAmerica/Peru/IncaTrail/

Machu Picchu.   A series of evocative photos with local background music available, but unfortunately no map provided (djr)
http://www.ifip.com/Machupijchu2.html

Cerro de Pasco. Fascinating accounts of informants talking of their experiences in this high-altitude mining center. Text in English with photos and maps. (djr) http://www.mountainvoices.org/peru.asp

Places On Line 'Best Web Site' award iconThe Tramways of Peru.  This well-designed site tells the story of street railways in Lima other cities in Peru.   Excellent maps, photos, and historical descriptions are included. The photos and maps tell us as much about the historic urban landscape as they do about trolleys.  By Allen Morrison.  [ccr]
http://www.tramz.com/pe/tw.html 

Peruvian Railroads.  History of the many railroad lines, past and present, of Peru.  The historical descriptions and gallery photos provide glimpses into various regions of the country.  At least one map showing the location of the lines would be a helpful addition.  In English and Spanish.   (Suggested by Elio Galessio)
http://www.perutren.org/english/index.html

 

 


 


Aerial photo of Nasca Lines

Aguas Calientes on the Inca trail

Bellavista, Casa Hacienda Conroy - 1889

Drawings in the Cuevas de Sumbay (from the Upper Colca Archaeological Project site)