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The next stop is Santiago de Surco, where every year we celebrate the feast of harvest, since from its inception the winery specializing in wines. It is currently run by a family that will receive us with their secrets for preparing the traditional Pisco.

From there get to Pachacamac, where we find a warehouse surrounded by beaches and hills. We will leave a bit of Pisco to know the important treasures such as the Sanctuary, an oracle pre-Columbian and beauty of the valley of Lurin. We also find excellent restaurants.

Our next stop is the St. Vincent de Azpitia warehouse near the river Mala. Here comes the pisco The Sarcay, which they say is one of the best.

Before reaching Ica is the cellar where it is made Canete Pisco Lunahuana type that has as a characteristic ingredient Uvina strain. Here it is best to accompany the Pisco is a plate of shrimp and also a good place to rest and start the next day the way Ica, where we expect one of the wineries of the best known brand Lady of Pisco.

Lencois is one of the most beautiful towns in Brazil, receives hundreds of tourists who come in search of the lush wonders of the country but not like the bustle of big cities .. Lençois Post, a must-Brazilian Adventure Tourism category, Lençóis, Lençois, adventure tourism brazil, Chapada Diamantina, Brazil captive, to visit brazil, brazil tourism, brazil cities, Travels.

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Brazil is much more than Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, one of the most beautiful and ideal for tourism all year is Lençois, known as the ancient capital of diamonds.

Lençois is in the middle of the Chapada Diamantina, Brazil area where once dominated the diamond mines and which gave prosperity to the late nineteenth century and now part of National Historic Heritage.

The Chapada Diamantina is part of a national park that offers different variants of ecotourism, both for adventurers looking for extreme sports like hiking or for those who arrive in silence and with his camera to capture the beautiful landscapes and inhabitants of this natural area lush beauty

Thanks to the natural beauty of Lençois tourism is one of the main engines, so do not be a problem finding accommodations and fine dining, entertainment … but not only in the city, as there are variety of houses, all modern with internet connection and signal to use mobile phones, so make it a magical place even for those who come to Brazil with the intention of doing business.

And for those who also love the history and culture, tour the city is a great experience, where they can find a church in mid-nineteenth century dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary which is located across from the Plaza del Rosario and Casa de Cultura. Another interesting church is dedicated to Lençois Lord of the Steps is the pattern of diamond miners and prospectors that was built during the same period the previous one but was built in less than 90 days.

It also has a cultural center known as “Cultural Market” because it was built on what was once a slave market site yactualmente is important cultural activities for all tastes. Located in the Plaza Aureliano Sa.

Another must see places is the Museum of Jare, the Geological Garimpo and where we find the important manifestations of culture and art of this region of Brazil.
Lençois is an essential destination in Brazil and necessary if you are looking to vacation in the nature and culture of the country’s most beautiful but far from the most populated cities.

In Central Africa is the Republic of Chad, a country that won its independence on August 11, 1960. Chad is bordered by Libya, Sudan, Cameroon and Nigeria among other African countries. Chad is composed of a significant geographic diversity. On the northern mountainous region expands in the central area are mainly desert fringes, and to run down the south come together and define its course Chariy rivers and the Logone. Markets in Chad are very popular because of the great cultural diversity that is found. Here tourists will find all kinds of crafts.

N’Djamena is the capital of Chad. Its colonial architecture is primarily in neighborhoods dominated by adobe houses, tinged with some buildings that look out slowly. Some tourist attractions are the modern Cathedral, the Museum’s Strengths Kussery or Zakouma National Park.

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The souks are eight centuries meeting places for caravans traveling through the desert. Popular markets, where trade and barter was made all kinds of objects. The souk of Marrakech the largest in the Maghreb. In Locuraviajes a trip to the thousand and one nights visiting souks of Marrakech. (Travel to Marrakech)

Al Souk Marrakech can be accessed from the Djemaa el Fna. The Marrakech souk is like diving into “a thousand and one nights.” Noise, color and goods of all kinds, from the most luxurious fabrics and silks to henna tattoos and herbs. The smell of her spices, olives in Marrakech, tapestries, metalwork, slippers. The souks of Marrakech has a special magic.

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An excursion to Zagora Desert is a unique experience in the desert. Enjoy the sunrise in the desert, sleep in a traditional Bedouin tent of the Berbers. If you’re looking for the adventure of Morocco we tell you more about the trip to the desert of Zagora.

Zagora is a city of Morocco on the edge of the Sahara desert. Located near the Valley of the Draa a palm oasis in a desert landscape. Zagora is a meeting point of cultures from the desert, Bedouin, Berber, Mauritania, Arab.

A place where you can admire an ancient fortress Almoravid. Who has made the trip to the desert of Zagora recommends it to be an unforgettable experience. You feel you discover a bit more of a culture, a way of life. If you want to get closer to the culture of the desert, you can now two-day excursions to the desert of Zagora, or if you have more time 4-day trips to the Sahara desert.

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Egypt is a dream destination for many, a destination that combines mystery, exoticism, a destination and a promise of adventure. But Egypt is also for many travelers a sort of cultural shock, especially as a different culture, for many travelers is a real challenge. But do not worry, we’ll leave it here for many tips for your trip to Egypt.

On another occasion we talked about the chaotic traffic in Cairo is sure to be something that will surprise you to visit the city of Cairo, but just be careful when crossing. On the other hand, find that train travel in Egypt is relatively easy and safe.

If lost in the city we visit, it is always best on paper have endorsed the direction of accommodation that we are staying and trying to memorize some visual points near (museums, businesses, etc). This does save time when going back to our hotel and having to explain to a taxi driver where we want to go.

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One of my favorite activities in Egypt shopping. Not only because in general the prices are attractive (yes, if you do not fight a little annoyed by the prices, which the Egyptians do naturally), but the variety of products you can find some unique and original, is excellent. Surely you will find many items that attract your eyes. Here we tell you all that you can find in the Egyptian markets.

Among the most sought after by tourists in Egypt are the jewelry (both gold and silver), papyrus and some locally produced products, such as ceramic or perfumes and essences. On our shopping trip is important that we be careful with objects that may be false and may try to sell reproductions as authentic.

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The Democratic Republic of Madagascar is one of those African countries that are reminiscent of adventures and pirates. The country has a unique flora and fauna in the world, people are very friendly and French heritage is present at every step. An unforgettable adventure.

The main town and capital of Madagascar Antananarivo is called, but the locals simply call it Tana. There is evident the great mix of races (Indonesian, African, French, etc..) that make the special people of the island. A vibrant and lively air fills the city.

A Madagascar can be reached by plane or boat. Daily connections can be found from Europe (especially France) and Africa.

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The symbol of the beetle appears quite regularly in hieroglyphs, statues and sculptures. In visits to monuments in Egypt will see the familiar everywhere represent the typical form of the beetle, both in drawings as well as statues or stones. But what does it mean? What is the significance of this symbol?

The beetle has been deified in ancient Egypt. Its shape was associated with the god Khepri in the graphical representation (body and face of beetle). However, usually people refer to the beetle as the Ra, the creator of the universe, one of the most important gods of the Egyptian pantheon.

The reason that the beetle appears as often depicted in from hieroglyphics, to jewelry, statues and carvings, is due to the popular belief that it was an amulet of protection against disease and death.

During the mummification process was used to compare the heart of the deceased with an engraving of granite which were cut several beetles. It was believed that the protection of this spell continued after death, when the dead will come face to Osiris.

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