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7 December, 2009 16:39:38

Huacachina: Sand boarding, the Desert and an Oasis

Essay and Photos by Rodney L. Dodig

Huacachina: Sand boarding, the Desert and an Oasis, Peru

I stood on the crest of a sand dune looking towards the setting sun. A hearty wind stirred up an extremely fine mist of sand which scrubbed my skin and invaded every crease of my clothing. The heat from the sand and sun evaporated every drop of perspiration as it formed. Climbing to the top of this 230 meter dune was an exercise routine in itself. The sand is very fine and for every step I took up the dune I lost a half step sliding back.

The climb was well worth it though; as I looked across a sea of sand, the dunes looked like enormous waves on an angry ocean. I felt a little like Lawrence of Arabia and experienced the awe he must have felt at such a sight. Turning and looking down at the tiny oasis of Huacachina put everything into perspective for me. A small spring fed lake surrounded by hostels, restaurants and palm trees made a startling contrast to the barren appearance of the desert surrounding it.

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5 March, 2009 21:07:19

A Gaffe in Paracas

My wife and I ran into some problems in Paracas, and we were pleasantly surprised when a couple of brothers stepped forward to help us out.

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2 March, 2009 19:42:40

Adventure Sports and More at Lunahuana

Lunahuana was recently the sight of the XX Adventure sport Festival.

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13 February, 2007 18:10:02

Chincha, Peru - El Carmen de los Festejos

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(LIP-wb) -- Chincha is an enclave of Afro-Peruvian culture, the home of hospitable and joyful people who have managed to conserve the traditions and customs of past generations and disseminate them through their music. They say that they have a secret in heaven, which they guard jealously here on Earth.

The Mysterious Don Amador

To wander through the dusty streets of El Carmen in Chincha at midday can be an invigorating experience. An unsuspected luxury. Heat without thirst. And a mystical air which permeates everything without tiring anyone.

The children of Carmen run barefoot, their faces wreathed in smiles. They are happy, for they learn the secret of El Carmen at an early age and keep it from their nieghbours from nearby communities. Throughout the year, during hours stolen from their playtime, Chincha’s children practice traditional dance steps to the delight of the image of the Holy Virgin of Carmen.

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