exploration excavation exporation ANCIENT CITIES JeSsIe AlKiRe
ClImBiNg THE MOUNTAIN 4
YoU LoOk Up At ThE ToWeRiNg MoUnTaIn AbOvE Ahead of you your guide shows no fear You swallow your own fear and follow her on foot Rain and snow batter your face as you labor up the mountain Your boots slip as you grab the rock face to steady yourself You’ve been exploring South America for the past few years You’ve been looking for lost cities But your travels have not prepared you for this slippery mountain trek You know the danger will be worth it As you ascend the mountain your fear turns to excitement Your guide shouts from ahead that you’re close You lift yourself up over a rocky ledge And your mouth drops open In front of you is the most beautiful sight you’ve ever seen A large settlement of stone buildings and pyramids lies before you The buildings are dotted with plant growth and rubble But they are perfectly preserved Your heart soars at the thought of the artifacts and treasures waiting for you What city is this You step forward shovel in hand to find out 5
