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Cusco

Rainbow Mountain in Cusco: 7 curiosities you didn't know

Ya que sea un arcoiris plasmado en la tierra la convierte en una de las curiosidades más atractivas del mundo. Pero la Montaña de los 7 Colores de Cusco esconde detalles únicos que no todos conocen , y que la convierten en un verdadero espectáculo natural del Perú. No en vano una de las revistas más reconocidas del mundo incluyó este lugar en la…

 Cusco

Cusco: 5 mythical characters and popular legends of Peru

Perú is a country of contrasts, where the Andes rise majestically and the Amazon rainforest harbors millennial secrets. Among its traditions, legends and mythical characters have a central place, connecting the present with ancestral roots. five characters and legends that are essential to know this rich mythología . With los tours y excursiones a…

 Cusco Art

Such is TINKUY, the educational card game for learning Quechua

Mientras las tradiciones y costumbres de pueblos originarios corren el riesgo de desaparecer, Tinkuy , un juego de cartas creado en Perú, busca rescatar y difundir la riqueza cultural de los pueblos indígenas de América del Sur . El desafío propone a los jugadores descubrir los símbolos, mitos y sabiduría ancestral de las culturas andinas. Así, la…

 Lima Cultural

Lima: 10 keys to Andean culture

La cultura andina es un mosaico fascinante de tradiciones, creencias y costumbres que se mantuvieron vivas a lo largo de los siglos. Desde las majestuosas montañas hasta la bulliciosa Lima , esta herencia ancestral sigue presente en la vida cotidiana. Si la capital de Perú forma parte de tus próximos destinos turísticos, no podés dejar de conocer…

 Lima

Archaeology and historical monuments in Lima: what to see?

Ubicada sobre la costa del Océano Pacífico, Lima es mucho más que el centro moderno y gastronómico de Perú. La capital de este país sudamericano es valorada por científicos de todo el mundo debido a sus monumentos históricos y rica historia arqueológica , que datan desde épocas prehispánicas hasta la época colonial. El valor arqueológico de la…

 Cusco Parks and nature reserves

Manu National Park: 7 reasons to visit it

If you are a nature lover looking for a unique experience in one of the most biodiverse places on the planet, Manu National Park in Peru has to be on your list of next destinations. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this park located between the departments of Cusco and Madre de Dios is an incomparable wildlife refuge, ideal for…

 Cusco Iconic buildings

The Imposing Cathedral Of Cuzco To Reveal God To Incas

The Cathedral of Cuzco or Cathedral Basilica of the Virgin of the Assumption is the main temple of the city of Cuzco, in Peru and houses the headquarters of the Diocese of Cuzco. The Cathedral Basilica of Cuzco, next to the Temples of the Triumph and the Sagrada Familia make up the Cathedral Complex, is located in the northeast sector of the…

 Arequipa Culture

Saint Catherine's Monastery, Arequipa, Peru

The Monastery of Santa Catalina de Siena, or Saint Catherine's Convent, is a religious tourist complex located in the historic center of Arequipa, Department of Arequipa, Peru. The citadel was located in the south of Peru in the city of Arequipa founded on September 10, 1579 and located in an area that stands out for its natural beauty, cozy…

 Lima

The Larco Museum In Lima, A Pleasant Moment Of Learning

There is a must if you are in Lima, The Larco Museum was founded in 1926 and is located in the District of Pueblo Libre, in Lima. It exhibits galleries that show 3000 years of pre-Columbian Peru history development. The Larco Museum is inside a colonial house that dates from eighteenth century, which was built on a seventh century pre-Columbian…

 Lima Culture

Pachacamac “soul Of Earth, The One That Animates The World”. Lima, Peru.

Pachacámac was the main sanctuary of the central coast for more than thousand years and their temples were visited by crowds of pilgrims on the occasion of the great Andean rituals, as Pachacámac was a successful oracle able to predict the future and control movements of the earth. People from all the Andes also came to the sanctuary of Pachacámac…

 Cusco Culture

Machu Picchu, Mysterious Past On Heights Of Earth

Located in Peru, in the Andes, at 2,430 meters above sea level, Machu Picchu seems to emerge from the jungle. This spectacular site was built on a rocky ridge surrounded by steep ravines, covers approximately 13 km². It was declared a World Heritage Site in 1983. It is impossible to know with absolute certainty the origin of Machu Picchu. But most…

 Lima History and heritage

History of Lima: places and tours to learn about its past

Lima is generally portrayed as a colonial city, but its history is much longer. Long before the Spanish laid out the Plaza Mayor, this coast already had ceremonial centers, pilgrimage sites, and fishing villages . Today, these layers coexist with modern neighborhoods, and they can still be explored. In this guide we propose 8 experiences to…