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Tourists will enter Machu Picchu according to a schedule

Posted On 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 an assigned visiting schedule. This will be achieved through […]

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Awards / Best / Gastronomy / Machu Picchu / Peru

Peru among the best tourism destinations in the world: Culture, gastronomy and Machu Picchu

December 14, 2018

For the seventh consecutive year, Peru is chosen as the best gastronomic destination in the world. The World Travel Awards were created in 1993 to recognize, reward and celebrate excellence …

Adventure Peru / Andean Experience / Andean Spirit / Literature / Peru Routes / Salkantay Trek / Story / Travel / Travel Blog

TravelBlog: My crazy encounter with the mountains of Cusco (Part 1)

December 6, 2018

I never knew what it was that pursued me, this dark feeling that wouldn’t leave me in peace. My job in a lawyers’ office had become routine. Wake up, go …

Bird / bird-watching / photographers / PROMPERÚ

China: They choose Peru as the best destination in the world for bird-watching

December 1, 2018

A good word to describe Peru is “diverse.” It’s not just a country with incredible cultural diversity but is also characterized by its natural diversity. Since Peru has almost 90% …

Cleaning campaign / Environment / Lucre

Salkantay Foundation and the District Municipality of Lucre come together for a cleaning campaign of the Lucre-Huacarpay swamp

November 27, 2018

Swamps are beautiful places which contain shallow waters either constantly or only temporarily, due of flooding. Many species of animals and plants live there. Besides that, they’re temporary homes for …

Machu Picchu

And now which should I climb: Machu Picchu Mountain or Wayna Picchu?

November 21, 2018

Really, the attractions Cusco offers are unending. Although Machu Picchu is known globally for the beauty of its ancient architecture, it also offers a lot of fun for lovers of …

Music / Sky Camp

5 songs to star-gaze with from your bed in Sky Camp

November 12, 2018

Are you a lover of the stars? Do you imagine watching the night sky from the comfort of your own bed? In front of 2 colossal, snowy mountains, you’ll find …

Aguas Calientes / Environment / Machu Picchu / News / Peru / SERNANP / Sustainable tourist

Starting in December, bringing plastic to Machu Picchu will be prohibited

November 8, 2018

The Peruvian government approves a law to reduce plastic usage in various protected areas and government-run facilities No more plastic We all know that plastic is one of the most environmentally harmful …

Cusco / Inca Trail / Machu Picchu / Peru / Sustainable tourist / Trekking in Peru

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 …

Adventure Peru / Cusco / Inca Rail / Machu Picchu / Trekking in Peru

Everything you need to know about the Inca Trail

November 3, 2018

We know what’s happening with you. Two of your best friends just got back from Peru, and they won’t stop talking about their trip. You’ve seen pictures on Facebook, and …

Awards / DIRCETUR / Music

DIRCETUR and Regional Government of Cusco recognizes Salkantay Trekking for its social service

October 30, 2018

Regional Government of Cusco recognizes the general manager of Salkantay Trekking for his important works of social service In a special ceremony, the Regional Government of Cusco, through DIRCETUR, closed out …

Andean Experience / Chicherías / Cusco / Music

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 …

Best Treks in Peru / Inca Trail / Machu Picchu / News

Inca Trail: Specialists from 6 countries meet in Cusco to confront possible natural disasters

October 16, 2018

International technical teams search for answers to probable natural disasters that could affect this UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you’ve been to Cusco, you’ve surely heard of the Inca Trail through …

Adventure Peru / Cusco / Peru

Peru is a preferred destination of Australian adventure tourists

October 15, 2018

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 …

Aldo Parodi / Cusco / Inca Rail

More than 100,000 French tourists will have visited Peru by the end of 2018

October 15, 2018

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 …

Andean Spirit / Music

5 Cusquenian songs (on Spotify) to take your soul on a journey

October 9, 2018

Cusco is visited annually by more than 3 million tourists drawn to the beauty of its archeological sites. The architectural richness of the capital of Tawantinsuyu is just one example …

Trekking trek

World Tourism Day: 5 activities you can’t miss

September 27, 2018

There’s no doubt that the sustainer of the city of Cusco is tourism. It’s indescribable beauty —along with efforts of the state and private institutions— attracts more than 3 million …

Andean Spirit / Cusco / Festivities / Sacsayhuaman / Warachikuy

Warachikuy: An initiation ceremony

September 18, 2018

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 …

Cusco / Festivities

Festivity to the Virgin Nativity

September 12, 2018

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 …

Trekking trek

Haywarikuy 2018 – Ceremony of Offering to the Pachamama was made with the participation of Inti Raymi actors

August 28, 2018

Developed by the EMUFEC and artists and craftsmen of San Blas. With a choreographic list composed of more than 60 artists and the special participation of the Inka of the Tawantinsuyo …

Andean Experience / Andean Spirit / Cusco

PACHAMAMA – Ceremonies, Offerings, and rituals

August 4, 2018

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 …

Best / Cusco / Inca Trail / Peru / Travel

Cusco

March 12, 2018

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 …

Adventure Peru / Peru / Peru Routes / Travel

Where to visit in Peru

March 12, 2018

The world has choses its new Seven Wonders, and many countries choose their own (natural or not). Undoubtedly, the whole planet has beautiful things to offer and we would need …

Alternative Inca Trail / Best Treks in Peru / Cusco / Inca Trail / Machu Picchu / Machu Picchu Trekking / Salkantay Trek / Salkantay Trekking / Trekking in Peru

Alternative treks to the Inca Trail to reach Machu Picchu

March 10, 2018

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. …

Aguas Calientes / Cusco / Machu Picchu / Peru Rail

The Fastest Route To Machu Picchu

January 15, 2018

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 …

Machu Picchu / News / Peru / Travel

New entrance fees for Machu Picchu

January 12, 2018

For those who wish to visit the Incan citadel of Machu Picchu, Peru's main tourist destination, the purchase rate this year is 152 soles for the morning group, and 100 …

Best Treks in Peru / Inca Trail / Machu Picchu / Machu Picchu Trekking / Peru / Trekking in Peru

Five tips before taking the Inca Trail

December 26, 2017

You have already made the decision to go to fulfill one of your dreams: to make that mythical trip, to walk the Inca Trail to the citadel of Machu Picchu. We …

Best / Machu Picchu / Peru / Travel

U.S Portal publishes 24 reasons to never travel to Peru