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The Mysterious Nazca Lines (MNA1)

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Description


The Mysterious Nazca Lines

The Nazca people left behind one of the most astonishing legacies of the old cultures of Peru - the Nazca Lines. An elevated plateau called the Nazca Pampa is covered by these mysterious markings. From the air we can wonder at a multitude of long straight lines, geometric shapes and outlines of animals and birds that have been marked into the dry, stony ground.


Most markings were made by removing the top layer of dark stones from the ground. The longest straight lines run for several kilometers while most of the animal drawings are around 100 - 200 meters across. Why these designs were made is an enduring mystery, particularly since they can only been seen properly from the air.

Itinerary


If you are arriving by bus on the morning of the tour, we will pick you up from the bus station on your arrival and take you to our partner travel agency in Nazca to await the tour.  Alternatively if you are staying in a hotel, you will be picked up from your accommodation at approximately 8am and taken to Nazca Aerodrome.   Flight times vary but, but are always in the morning.  Flight duration is approximately 30 - 40 minutes.


Nazca Lines
Nazca Lines
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Practical Information

Duration: Flight lasts around 40 minutes
Daily Departures: 2 days
Price 2012:

Bring With You

 video or photo camera.
 Batteries, Films etc
 Light clothing and comfortable shoes
 Water and Snacks for during the bus trip
 Sunblock
 a Cap or Hat.


Included Not Included
 Pickup from hotel or bus station;
 Transfer to Nazca Aerodrome;
 Flight over Nazca Lines.
  Meals

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