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Santurantikuy in Cusco: Andean Christmas, a meeting of traditions and spirituality

December 7, 2023

Every year, Cusco adorns itself with a special mantle of spirituality and tradition during Santurantikuy, a festivity that goes beyond conventional Christmas celebrations. This unique event transports us to the …

Glamping / Sky Camp / Trek

Why is Sky Camp a Unique Experience in Peru? | Salkantay Trekking

November 4, 2023

Peru, a country blessed with astonishing geographical diversity, from its coastal regions to the majesty of the Andes, offers countless opportunities for adventure and exploration. However, there is one place …

Ausangate / Rainbow Mountain

15 Photos That Will Make You Want to Trek Peru’s Ausangate Mountains

August 19, 2022

A few hours’ drive from Cusco is the incredibly beautiful Vilcanota mountain range. It´s usually called Ausangate because it´s the highest peak and is home to some of the most outstanding landscapes on …

Gastronomy / Pachamanca / Peru

Pachamanca: A Feast to Celebrate Mother Earth

February 6, 2022

The Incas left a lot of things behind that are still common practice in Peru today. One of the most impressive and innovative is the dish Pachamanca. It’s enjoyed all …

Experience / Lares / Machu Picchu

Lares Trek To Machu Picchu Experience And Highlights

January 8, 2022

Know the best route from Lares to Machu Picchu Every year thousands of tourists travel to Cusco to visit Machu Picchu. You also have the same purpose, right? Here I will …

Cusco / Festivities / Quechua

The colorful outfits of Cusco during the traditional dance competition between schools

June 14, 2019

If you've planned your visit to Cusco during this time, you should feel lucky. The city is like one big party during the 31 days of this month. Prepare yourself …

Cusco / Music / Quechua

Discover the poetry of huayno, a popular genre of Andean music, in 5 Spotify songs

May 25, 2019

The power and beauty of Andean music often go unnoticed among more Westernized Peruvians, but it is widely recognized and admired by the majority of the population. While some people …

Cusco / Festivities / Gastronomy / Music / Peru / Quechua

Comadres in Cusco: A festival to celebrate friendships with women

March 13, 2019

The celebrations of Carnavales continue without ceasing in the city of Cusco. Therefore, week after the Day of Compadres, comes the Day of Comadres where the main protagonists are women. On …

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 …

Ceremonies / Cusco / Offerings / Rituals

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 …