Translation of abhorrence in Spanish

As it was the primary attraction for all tourist we were "escorted" by a few thousand other visitors. Our guide Samuel informed us about the ancient history of this special place.
I hope you can understand my English. I want to study English over the Internet! Sorry for not having written you during the last few days, but I am starting a new job on Monday and gotta relax till than.
Lunch was given at a family-run restaurant back in the valley. The headaches disappeared once were were back at 2000 meters. From there we continued to the Salar, a salt lake, mostly arid.