all I can really say about it. I really am just so amazed by the sheer size and
magnificence and genius of the Incan civilization and of the amazing landscape around it.
It's the most beautiful place I have ever been. The mountains are incredible, and the
fact that the incas, without the use of the wheel, who had no written language, created
the amazing structure of Machu Picchu on TOP of one of those enormous mountains just
still blows my mind. Our guide Rolando was really great. It really was very lucky to have
met him and that he was so willing to come with us and show us around. It really was a
unique experience. Rolando is Quechua, and he is a convert to the church, so he knew a
lot about the symbolism and the meaning behind the structures. And it was cool to hear an
lds perspective. Maybe it's a stretch, but it seemed to me that there were many
interesting similarities. I don't know much about that stuff, but it was really cool to
hear about. It also occurred to me that rolando was a walking piece of history. He told
us that far back, his ancestor was one of the great inca kings. It was really cool to
meet him. A very unique and special experience. So other than being blown away by Machu
Picchu, we just at dinner, met some other people staying here in the hostel, and
showered. It was a vey long day, and I am going to be so sore tomorrow. That's all. I
love everyone!
Amber
Ps. Please say you've been watching the World Cup, or at least keeping tabs on the
scores. Holland?? They beat Spain, 5-1. Rematch from last World Cup final? And they
killed. Anyways, I'm going to miss every store, restaurant, etc having the games on.
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