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The Spiritual Importance of the Condor, Puma, and Snake in Peru
Posted On July 30, 2020

Peru is an incredibly spiritual country and always has been. If you spend any time in the country of Peru, you’ll soon get to know that the condor, puma, and …

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Planning a Hiking Trip to Peru
July 27, 2020

There’s no doubt about it; Peru is one of the best places in the world to go for hikers. The huge variety of landscaped and unique places in the world is enough …


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Getting to Machu Picchu: Inca Trail or Lares Trek
July 20, 2020

For many travelers, it’s a dream to walk to the great Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Although there is only one destination, there are several options that you can choose …


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Conserving Incan Foods and Agriculture
June 12, 2020

On your trip to Peru, you will surely learn a lot about Incan history and many ways of life back then. You’ll also find out that many of the foods …


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9 Fun Things to Do in Cusco
April 23, 2020

Going on vacation is a time for relaxation, escaping from reality, and most of all, having a whole lot of fun! When you visit a new place, there are often a lot …


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The Best Weekend Getaways From Cusco
April 18, 2020

Staying in Cusco for more than a week or two? If you are, and you've visited all the places in town, you might be looking for some new sights and towns to …


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7 Things to Do in La Convencion: Cusco’s Closest Jungle City
April 16, 2020

When you think of Cusco, you think about the Incas, all the archaeological sites, and Peruvian cuisine. It conjures up images of mountains and a fairly cool temperature. What many …


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Treks in Cusco: The Best Routes To Do in Peru
April 9, 2020

Fans of hiking and trekking will have an amazing time when in Cusco as there are so many options available. Many of the treks in Cusco, Peru lead to Machu …


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Activities and Archaeological Sites to Keep You Busy in Espinar
April 8, 2020

Espinar is a small place in Peru that you can explore in a day or two. It’s often a stop-off between traveling from Cusco to Puno or Arequipa. Still, there …


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Rainbow Mountain: The Most Colorful Natural Beauty of Peru
April 4, 2020

Peru is full of incredible natural wonders, and one of the most visited by travelers is Rainbow Mountain or Vinicunca as it’s known by the locals. It’s one of the …


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Epic Archaeological Sites in Peru That Aren’t Machu Picchu
April 2, 2020

It’ll be no surprise to anyone that the most popular reason people visit our wonderful country of Peru is to see the Wonder of the World that is Machu Picchu. …


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Reasons Why I Stayed in Cusco for Good
March 27, 2020

I haven’t always lived in Cusco. I’m from England. But I have lived here for 8 years now and don’t plan on going anywhere else in the near future. I’m …


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11 Things You Need to Know About Peruvian Wine
March 26, 2020

I am a big lover of wine, and so when I moved to Peru almost 9 years ago, I was very pleased to find that there is a reasonable selection …


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Vilcabamba: Peru’s Last Inca City Revealed
March 25, 2020

Hidden amongst the Amazon Jungle in Cusco lies the ancient Inca city of Vilcabamba. Visited by very few people and a long way from the city, not many visitors get …


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Peruvian Photographers, You Need to Know About
March 21, 2020

Peru boasts more microclimates than anywhere in the world and is home to some of the most beautiful sights in the entire world. So, what better place for photography? If you come here …


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The 10 Ultimate Peruvian Movies that You Must See
March 19, 2020

ES PT There are plenty of things that can make you want to visit a place, but movies are one of the main ones. Watching films often evokes images of spots we …


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Sacred Valley: The Salt Mines in Maras
February 26, 2020

If you’re looking for recommendations of places to visit in and around Cusco, you’ll find that a lot of locals recommend the Salt Mines in Maras. Alright, so you might be wondering why …


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The Ultimate Peru Beer Guide
February 22, 2020

There’s not a lot nicer than enjoying a cool lager on a hot day or trying out local craft beers. Peru is an excellent place for either as it offers …


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What to Do When Visiting Ollantaytambo?
February 12, 2020

Visiting Cusco doesn’t mean you have to stay within the city. There are plenty of places to visit and one of the more attractive for many tourists is the Sacred Valley of the …


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Peruvian Superfoods and their Benefits for Staying Healthy
February 12, 2020

We all know that the world has gone super food crazy. Everyone is trying to become healthier, and this means eating right. Organic products are all the rage, especially when …


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Types of Restaurants You Have to Visit While in Cusco
February 8, 2020

Peruvian food is becoming ever more popular all around the globe. But the restaurants often serve up the same kind of food. So, what do the locals eat? Well, we’ve come up with …


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The Essential Guide to Female Solo Travel in Cusco & Peru
February 5, 2020

Solo female traveler?. Sometimes we prefer to travel by ourselves, whether it be for a short period or it’s something we always do. It’s wonderful to have the freedom to …


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10 Reasons to do the Huchuy Qosqo Trek
January 24, 2020

The trek to Huchuy Qosqo is something you should really try to fit in time for when visiting Cusco. It’s a beautiful route far less traveled and you get to …


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Cusco Street Food: A Traveler’s Point of View
January 18, 2020

I have been in Cusco a while now, and have got to taste a lot of the culinary delights. From guinea pig and alpaca to some trout ceviche, it’s all …


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Phrases in Quechua: The Ancient Language of the Incas
January 16, 2020

ES PT The Quechua language is the one we inherited from our Inca ancestors. It is spoken throughout Peru and if you decide to travel to our country, you will be able to know a …


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7 Ways to Enjoy Responsible Tourism in Cusco
January 15, 2020

Going on vacation is a time to relax and get away from your day to day lives. You want to have fun and really enjoy the experiences of your chosen destination. But, it’s …


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10 Attractions You Can’t Miss Out On When Visiting Peru
January 9, 2020

Peru is an incredible country that has so much to offer. It has a wide variety of animals, plants, and climates. You can find a bit of everything here and you definitely can’t …


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Things to Do in Cusco for Christmas
December 22, 2019

If you have decided to spend Christmas in Cusco, you’re in for a cultural treat! Of course, some things will be like what you know, but there will be a lot of …