For the remainder of our trip, we explored the area of Peru known as the Sacred Valley.

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We rafted down the Urabama River.

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Enjoying gorgeous scenery as we floated down some 0.1 level rapids.

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There were also lots of interesting sights in the area.

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Sheep herder in the Sacred Valley

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Local foods...

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Storage areas.

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Masks for sale...

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Animal fertility symbols atop roofs...

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Even a lampshade at a hotel bar...

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Hovels with a great view of the ruins...

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Pottery produced by local crafstmen...

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Using paints like these.

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Here we also saw lots of natives in the valley - hey, wait, are those bialys?

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Some climbing up to the ruins at Ollantaytambo.

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But, we were mostly attracted to the cute kids.

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Some in a local school.

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Some learning to become carpenters.

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Some playing soccer.

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But most just hanging around.

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It was a trip we'd recommend.

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