Last days in Cusco

.... so we had to do more .... shopping, walking, eating out, relaxing at the locals.... and whatever else Cusco delivers, which BTW is always something.

From Peru 2 - 2009

Walking the streets we came across this enterprising young girl - about 8yrs old ... out on her own. She talked us into taking photos - something we usually ignore. Her name was Flor.

First night back ... really felt like I had arrived home. Just love this city and we spent a wonderful evening at Norton's with the owner/manager, Milka's friend. Beans are definitely NOT the best thing to eat on first night return to altitude .... well that's what I'm blaming ... not the red wine we had!

One day Lex and I walked around several streets - which are always fascinating, and ended up at Norton's ... and from the balcony we watched as the traffic flow decreased (police motor-cyclist parked in the middle of the road will do it). A group entered the plaza carrying beautiful lanterns ... planes, boats, flowers etc... As they paraded round the plaza and past our balcony, we realised it was a Bi-lingual School ... and discovered later, when we dined at Cross Keys (another of Zac's local spots) that the group was celebrating their 9th anniversary ... some of Zac's friends had been in the parade and were also dining at Cross Keys.

That same evening, we were attracted by more music ... to find a band near La Merced church ... thumping out popular music. Also spent some time at a Book Sale in the square ... bought a recipe book ... in Spanish and English - not all ingredients will be available in OZ!

From Peru 2 - 2009

Cusco is never dull!