You arrived to Cusco without imagining you’d leave with a bittersweet taste in your mouth. Actually, you don’t know if you’re happy for what you’ve experienced or you’re dying to …
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Compadres in Cusco: 5 photos to enjoy the Carnival festivity
February 23, 2019
There’s no doubt. The people of Cusco love being happy. For this reason, they start to celebrate Carnivals 2 weeks before its official beginning. Salkantay Trekking visited the traditional district …
The Lares trail has incomparable natural beauty. Along the whole path, you’ll find rivers, lagoons, waterfalls and impressive views of the snowy peaks. Besides all this, you’ll have the opportunity …
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Specialists of Salkantay Trekking have studied the Lares trail in order to improve the route for tourists in 2020
February 18, 2019
At Salkantay Trekking, we feel driven to discover new routes and amplify our range of services for the satisfaction of our travelers. Before being offered to the international market, our …
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The festival of San Sebastian in Cusco in 8 colorful pictures
January 24, 2019
The city of Cusco isn’t just characterized by its impressive legacy of architecture and archaeology. Thousands of tourists visit this majestic city year after year admire temples, strongholds, palaces, churches, …
According to the Andean culture’s worldview, the mountains are gigantic, living deities which protect their territories and live in communion with all other beings: people, animals, clouds, water, etc. The …
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TravelBlog: My crazy encounter with the mountains of Cusco (Part 2)
January 19, 2019
The food is delicious. We’re all in a warm, cozy dining hall made of wood. It’s incredible how Alex’s good mood never falls. In fact, they called me out for …
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Tourists will enter Machu Picchu according to a schedule
December 31, 2018
Now, to enjoy this archeological wonder, you’ll be assigned a time slot which must be strictly followed Beginning January 1, 2019, all tourists who visit Machu Picchu will have to follow …
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Peruvian authorities seek recognition of the Inca Trail as a sustainable tourist destination
November 7, 2018
This international recognition would not only benefit the historical sanctuary of Machu Picchu but also put the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in a position to be a first-class international …
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Mama Trini is living culture, chicha, music and a lot of love
October 19, 2018
About chicherías Chicherías are traditional spaces where people get together in the afternoon to drink the famous chicha: a fermented drink made from corn. Nutrition and drunkenness, an excellent combination which …
According to a study done by an international travel agency, Peru is the 2nd most highly preferred adventure destination by Austrian tourists, after Vietnam. 2018 was a record year for Australian …
According to the Ministry of External Commerce and Tourism in Peru, this achievement is thanks to a series of specialized promotion campaigns in this Gallic country. Peru will set a new …
Tests of skill, bravery and dexterity were conducted in annual ceremonies or rituals of civil identity in the times of the Incan Empire. These were the formal steps of a …
On September 7th, 8th and 9th the Nativity Virgin (Virgen de Natividad) is celebrated in Cusco in the traditional neighbourhood of Almudena. The sculpture of Mamita Nati was made by Juan …
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PACHAMAMA – Ceremonies, Offerings, and rituals
August 4, 2018
Ceremony Every August 1st the Andean culture worships Mother Earth or “Pachamama” by following the indigenous traditions of the native peoples. Pachamama is a creative and protective deity that shelters …
Cusco is one of the most important tourist destinations in Peru, and in Latin America. It offers its visitors, in both a unique and spectacular way, a rich historical and …
Since 2005, the Peruvian government has put a maximum of 500 tourists per day whom are allowed to begin the Inca Trail, to reach the no less famous Machu Picchu. …
Ways to acces The fastest and most recommended way to get to the town of Machu Picchu (or Aguas Calientes) is by train from the stations of Poroy and Ollantaytambo. If …