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The inhabitants are very friendly and ready to help with any problems. The nature of the people makes it easy to conclude good and close friendships.
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Poor peoples, many hawkers, easy to get ripped off
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A: One suggestion I have is to stay at least two nights in Machu Piccu .That way you get to see it for sure in early morning.
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MIRANDO AL SUR Letra y música: Eladia Blázquez. Nací un barrio donde el lujo fue un albur por eso tengo el corazón mirando al sur. Mi viejo fue una abeja en la colmena, las manos limpias, el alma...
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Aqui tienen que ir, porque vale la pena !

You've got to come here, it's worth it !! Vous devez venir ici, parce que ca en vaut bien la peine !!
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