Wandering the cobbled streets of Cusco

We had a leisurely breakfast with some members of the group and then spent the morning at the hostel scheduling posts and editing photos.  It's almost a full-time job to keep up with it!

Later, we went out to explore Cusco a bit more.  I don't think we've ever been anywhere (even Morocco!) where there is so much stuff to buy!  There are colourful stalls everywhere full of locally crafted blankets, ponchos, bags, purses, scarves, and so much more.  Very little of it appears to be imported.  I resisted the temptation to buy anything - even fabric from the scores of fabric shops near the market!

We stopped for a bite of lunch - a cheese and ham croissant for Mark and a mushroom empanada for me, followed by a tasty caramelised apple pie to share.Read more