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Nazca Lines (Peru) The Nazca Lines are located in the Nazca desert, in the south of Lima- Peru.This is a unique place I the world, with mystery and mysticism, the great constructions of observatories of astronomical cycles, were used by the farmers to control the metrological agrarian cycles, also from their possible religious significance this […]
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TRUJILLO
Trujillo, City of Eternal Spring. Located in the northeastern part of Peru, is the capital of the department of La Libertad. Trujillo, is close to the Pacific coast, in a coastal desert. Founded in 1534 by Miguel de Estete and well fortified to prevent the assault of the pirates. It was provisional capital of Peru […]
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PERU PROFILE
Official Name: Republic of Peru Geography Area: 1.28 million sq. km. (496,225 sq. mi.); three times larger than California. Cities: Capital–Lima/Callao metropolitan area (pop. 8.27 million, 2000). Other cities–Arequipa, Chiclayo, Cuzco, Huancayo, Truujillo, Ayacucho, Piura, Iquitos, Chimbote. Terrain: Western coastal plains, central rugged mountains (Andes), eastern lowlands with tropical forests. Climate: Coastal area, arid and mild; […]
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CAJAMARCA PERU
The department of Cajamarca is located north of Peru, in the western chain of the Andes and includes mountain and jungle areas. The origin of the city of Cajamarca began about 3000 years ago with the first human groups Huacaloma, Layzón, and Otuzco Cumbemayo. The city of Cajamarca was the capital of the department of […]
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Surprisingly, perhaps, Inca masonry was very rarely carved or adorned in any way. Smaller stone items, however, were frequently ornate and beautiful. High technical standards were achieved, too, in pottery . Around Cusco especially, the art of creating and glazing ceramics was highly developed. They were not so advanced artistically, however; Inca designs generally lack […]
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Peru is certainly a much cheaper place to visit than Europe or the US, but how much so will depend on where you are and when. As a general rule low-budget travellers should – with care – be able to get by on around $10-20 per person per day. If you intend staying in mid-range […]
Continue readingfeminist movement
Though a growing force, feminism is still relatively new to Peru, and essentially urban. However, there are two major feminist groups: Flora Tristan, Avenida Arenales 601, Lima, which is allied to the United Left and whose basic tenet is “first socialism, then the feminist revolution”; and the less radical Peru Mujer, though neither of these […]
Continue readingInca Trail Altitudes
The Inca Trail Altitudes begins on a zone called “Quechua”: This zone is between 2300 – 3500 m (7,500-11,500 ft) and its weather is temperate and dry with temperatures that range from 0 -21C (32 -70F). The rainy season is from December to March. The rest of the year is dry or even parched from […]
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Chicha
Chicha , the fermented maize beer, has given its name to a new and hugely popular brew of Andean tropical music – a fusion of urban cumbia (local versions of the original Colombian dance), traditional highland huayno, and rock. The music’s origins lie in the massive migration of Amerindians from the inner mountain areas to […]
Continue readingChiclayo Peru
Is a city in northwestern of Peru, capital of Lambayeque Department, is the fourth most populous department in the country. It was founded under the name of Santa Maria de los Valles de Chiclayo in 1720, upgraded to a villa in 1827 and in 1835 he was awarded the title of “Heroic City”, now known […]
Continue readingPeru festivals, celebrations and festivities on January
When Where Description 1st week Huanuco Since the Christmas holidays and New Year’s Evening, the “Negritos” gangs of each neighborhood celebrate a farewell party with great display of dances. Some dancers wear black masks making fun of old Spanish gentlemen 1st week Junin Huaconado Mito District. This is a mysterious dance destined to preserve the […]
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Inca Trail Orchids
In the history of Peru, orchids have been appreciated since pre-Columbian times by indigenous cultures. We can see the family of orchids in all their variety, are about 3,000 species, many of them grow in the rainforests of the Andes due to the microclimates and cloud forests that exist in this region. The extensive vegetation […]
Continue readingIntipunku
Intipunku is an important archaeological site, only those who take the hike to Machu Picchu have the possibility to pass through this unique gate, called “The Sun Gate”, which is located on the edge of the Agricultural Sector. When you get to Intipunku means that you get to the end. From there get to the […]
Continue readingMachu Picchu Light Aventure
MACHU PICCHU LIGHT ADVENTURE 6 DAYS Duration 6 Days and 5 Nights Departures Daily departures from Cusco Peru Activities Dinner with folkloric Show Half day horseback riding tour to Nearby ruins of Cusco, Full day tour to Rafting Tour at Sacred Valley Light hiking to Mandor falls and Machu Picchu with overnight in the Aguas […]
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The Huascaran National Park is a Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO, in its beautiful surroundings protects wild species like condors, vicunas, deer, puma, Andean fox and viscacha. There are several entrances to the park, as the visitor’s interest, among which conventional tourism income from Llanganuco sector, where the gaps Chinancochy Orconcocha, and income from the Carpa sector […]
Continue readingPeru and the media
There are many poor-quality newspapers and magazines available on the streets of Lima and throughout the rest of Peru. Many of the newspapers stick mainly to sex and sport, while magazines tend to focus on terror and violence and the frequent deaths caused by major traffic accidents. The two most established (and establishment) daily newspapers […]
Continue readingThe Rebellion
When the Hapsburg monarchy gave way to the Bourbon kings in Spain at the beginning of the eighteenth century, shivers of protest seemed to reverberate deep in the Peruvian hinterland. There were a number of serious native rebellions against colonial rule during the next hundred years. One of the most important, though least known, was […]
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June festivals and feasts
When Where Description All the month Cusco Cusco Jubilee Feast. Cultural, artistic and recreative activities are carried out in homage to the Imperial city. The medicinal hot-spring waters of Aguas Calientes are in the outskirts of the location, near Machu Picchu, as well as the Conac hot-spring waters (109 kms far). 1st week Cusco International […]
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Certainly you won’t have any trouble finding a place to go out and have a good time in Huaraz. its nightlife is renewed, mainly during high season from May-to October, the town count with nightclubs or pubs and lively Peñas which are full of drinking, food, dancing and with different kind of music such as […]
Continue readingThe 1990
Elections in 1990 proved to be a turning point for Peru. In the run-up to them there were four main candidates: the popular and internationally renowned author Mario Vargas Llosa, with his new right-wing coalition, Fredemo; Luís Alvacastro, general secretary of APRA (and minister in charge of the economy under Garcia); Alfonso Barrantes in control […]
Continue readingPuerto Maldonado
Puerto Maldonado is located in the southeast of the country, is the capital of Madre Dios; it has the official title of Capital of Biodiversity in Peru in recognition of important records of flora and fauna found in the forests of the department, especially in the Manu. The region is home to native tribes for […]
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The western face of Ausangate Mountain Ausangate is the most representative mountain of Cusco. Its climate is 6.372 on main sea level with large lakes with blue-green glow. There are also stone shrubs, which make the place look like a very modern paradise. Walking through the mountain of Ausangate is an indescribable adventure, and […]
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Choquequirao Choquequirao comes from the Quechua word “Chuqui K ‘iraw”, which means Cradle of Gold, this archeological site, is known as the other Machu Picchu, due to its similar characteristics of its construction and structures that form a series of architectural complexes in the Valley of Vilcabamba; according to the history, it was the last […]
Continue readingINCA TRAIL ALTITUDE SICKNESS
Most of the time, when you travel to Cusco and decide to do the famous trek, it is possible to get the Inca trail sickness or most common called “soroche”. and experiment the worst symptoms that can disturb your pleasant stay, for that reason travelers has to be aware and take all the measures in order to […]
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Peru has a total of 234 airports; here we are going to mention a list of the most important Peru Airports: INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS: LIMA: The Jorge Chávez International Airport is located in Callao about 10 km (6 miles) from the Lima City Center. The airport is named after the Peruvian aviation icon Jorge Chávez Dartnell […]
Continue readingPERU TOURISM STATISTICS
According to the Peru tourism statistics, Peru is one of the best tourist attractions in South America. Each year more tourists come to Peru, which is why tourism has a large percentage of Peru’s economy. Tourism is directed Towards Cultural tourism, gastronomic tourism, adventure tourism, Ecotourism in these days is considered as one of the tourism Sectors […]
Continue readingTHE TEMPLE OF THE SUN
Besides being the headquarters of the religious ceremonies, The Temple of the Sun was also an important scientific center. With a Semi-circular building located on the lower part of a hill, this archaeological site has one of the most beautiful Inca constructions inside a cave, where they joined perfectly each finely polished stones, leaving an […]
Continue readingINCA TRAIL WEATHER
The climate in Cusco has a temperature fluctuating between 14 º to 16 º C, with warm days and cold nights. The best time to do the Inca trail is between the months of April through October, when the weather is warm. During the months of June, July and August nights are very cold which […]
Continue readingSHAMANISM TODAY
Still commonly used by curanderos on the coast and in the mountains of Peru, the San Pedro cactus ( Trichocereus panchanoi) is a potent hallucinogen based on active mescaline. The curandero administers the hallucinogenic brew to his or her clients to bring about a period of revelation when questions are asked of the intoxicated person, […]
Continue readingGastronomy in Trujillo
The Gastronomy in Trujillo is Tasty, unique, with an ancient tradition and very nutritious food. Most of its food is Prepared based on fish, shellfish, seaweed, birds, livestock or products of the earth, are recorded in more than a hundred typical foods. The names of the dishes are almost always original and even natives and […]
Continue readingHuaraz Peru
General information Huaraz is one of the major cities of the highlands of Peru; it is a place of arrival of adventure and mountains sports in the snowy peaks of the Cordillera Blanca, as well as tours to the archaeological site of Chavin. The city of Huaraz, Capital of the department of Ancash, it is […]
Continue readingOllantaytambo Information
The only Inca town where many residents still live in the ancient Inca buildings dating back centuries. Here you can see streets and houses Incas almost intact, a great temple built with huge stones in a very fine architectural style and a sanctuary with canals and waterfalls. Ollantaytambo has its railway station where you can […]
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Peru’s buses are run by a variety of private companies, all of which offer remarkably low fares , making it possible to travel from one end of the country to the other (over 2000km) for under $30. Long-distance bus journeys cost around $1.50 per hour on the fast coastal highway, and are even cheaper on the […]
Continue readingPERU FESTIVALS, CELEBRATIONS AND FESTIVITIES ON OCTOBER
When Where Description 2 to 16 Ica “Señor de Luren” Festivity. Religious worship in honor of the Ica Patron. The central day is on the 17th. Procession with the “Señor de Luren” Image with the attendance of thousands of pilgrims. Popular fair. 1st week Piura Piura Tourist Week. The Miguel Grau homage week, coincides with […]
Continue readingHATUCHAY TOWER HOTEL
Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Peru The Hatuchay Tower Machu Picchu Hotel is a three star superior category hotel, which opened its doors on december of 1999, being a pioneer in the area, offering differenced services such as satelite TV, panoramic elevator, electric power generator covering 100% hotel operation, 24 hour room service, suites with jacuzzi, internet […]
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Peru’s spectacular train journeys are in themselves a major attraction, and you should aim to take at least one long-distance train during your trip, especially as the trains connect some of Peru’s major tourist sights. At the time of writing, the Central Railway , which climbs and switchbacks its way up from Lima into the Andes as […]
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Most of your contact with the police will, with any luck, be at frontiers and controls. Depending on your personal appearance and the prevailing political climate the police at these posts ( Guardia Nacional and Aduanas) may want to search your luggage. This happens rarely, but when it does it can be very thorough. Occasionally, […]
Continue readingAFRO-PERUVIAN MUSIC
Afro-Peruvian music has its roots in the communities of black slaves brought to work in the mines along the Peruvian coast. As such, it’s a fair way from the Andes, culturally and geographically. However, as it developed, particularly in this century, it drew on Andean and Spanish, as well as African traditions, while its modern […]
Continue readingALTITUDE SICKNESS
Altitude sickness – known as soroche in Peru – is a common problem for visitors, especially if you are travelling quickly between the coast or jungle regions and the high Andes. The best way to prevent it is to eat light meals, drink lots of coca tea, and spend as long as possible acclimatizing to […]
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PERU TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
Discover the fabulous Peru Tourist Attractions; this is a fascinating country that has many tourist attractions to explore. Every year, thousand of tourists come to visit and many of them decided to stay more days than it had planned. We have a variety of cultures, architecture, cultural places theaters and Museums, restaurants and a variety cuisine. The […]
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When planning a vacation to Peru you may wish to include Peruvian holidays in your itinerary. There are Peruvian holidays and festivals throughout the year, with those in June and July in Cuzco being the most popular with tourists. Among other holidays, Peru celebrates the widely known holidays like Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, […]
Continue readingTRAVELLER'S CHEQUES
For safety’s sake the bulk of your money should be carried as traveller’s cheques – preferably of two different types, as rumoured forgeries make individual brands difficult to exchange, from time to time. American Express is probably the best bet since it has its own offices in Lima and Cusco, is widely recognized by casas […]
Continue readingLAND REFORM
By now, many intellectuals and government officials saw the agrarian situation as an urgent economic problem as well as a matter of social justice. Even the army believed that land reform was a prerequisite for the development of a larger market, without which any genuine industrial development would prove impossible. On October 3, 1968, tanks […]
Continue readingPeru festivals, celebrations and festivities on April
When Where Description 2nd week (Moveable) Arequipa Holy week, procession and festivities. 2nd week (Moveable) Ayacucho Celebrations start on Palm Sunday, dramatizing Christ’s Passion. All the people participate in the processions. There is a handicraft fair at the Acuchimay Mountain, with the participation of the handicraftsmen of the location. The people dance and sing all […]
Continue readingPERU BEACH VACATIONS
Planifiy the best Peru Beach vacations ever! And participate in many activities with family or friends at the Peruvian cost. This amazing country has a long list of breathtaking beaches, with a diverse climate which offers from perfect waves and a darker color of its waters due to the plankton to smooth and beyond to […]
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Peru has a rich culture to match only the great and ancient civilizations in the history of mankind. Nowadays the tourism in Peru is increasing because we have many tourist attractions, the culture, history, geographic regions and gastronomy. As an important country in the archeology of the Americas, has more than one hundred thousand archaeological […]
Continue readingPeru Chavin Cult
From around 1200 BC to 200 AD – the Formative Era – agriculture and village life became established. Ceramics were invented, and a slow disintegration of regional isolation began. This last factor was due mainly to the widespread dispersal of a religious movement, the Chavín Cult . Remarkable in that it seems to have spread […]
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You can have mail sent to you poste restante care of any main post office (Correo Central), and, on the whole, the system tends to work quite smoothly. Have letters addressed: full name (last name in capitals), Poste Restante, Lista de Correos, Correo Central, city or town, Peru. To pick up mail you’ll need your […]
Continue readingHOTEL SUMAQ
After almost 5 years of arduous work Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel opened its doors successfully last August 6. The first guests remained delighted with the service, the infrastructure, the quality in the food and the attention that from already offers in the hotel, close 4 Machu Picchu’s stars be categorized as the First hotel. Sumaq […]
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Condoms ( profilacticos) are available from street vendors and some farmacias. However, they tend to be expensive and often poor quality (rumour has it that they are US rejects, which have been sold to a less discriminating market), so bring an adequate supply with you. The pill is also available from farmacias, officially on prescription […]
Continue readingAREQUIPA WEATHER
The Arequipa weather is dry, especially in times of winter, autumn and spring. If you have in mind to travel to Arequipa, well known as “the white city “and and realize some of its fabulous Arequipa tours, it is good to know all about its weather conditions. Some of the factors that determine the climate […]
Continue readingPeru feast day and holidays on September
When Where Description 1st week Lima Peruvian Stepping Horse Departmental Contest, Mamacona, Lurin. 8 to 14 Junin Festivity of the Virgin of Cocharcas. They worship the Virgin of Cocharcas Patroness of all Mantaro Valley, at 9 Kms from Huancayo in the district of Sapallanga. This worship offers the visitors an impressive variation of folklore shows, […]
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Peru Weather
Peru weather count with a variety of climates due to the influence of the following phenomena: • The Andes: travels the country longitudinally and divides air masses from the Pacific and Atlantic, establishing a barrier to the movement of the winds. • The Peruvian Oceanic Current: about 200 km wide, flowing from south to north and has masses of […]
Continue readingDiarrohea and Dysentery
Diarrhoea is something everybody gets at some stage, and there’s little to be done except drink a lot (but not alcohol) and bide your time. You should also replace salts either by taking oral rehydration salts or by mixing a teaspoon of salt and eight of sugar in a litre of purified water. You can […]
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YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever is required upon arrival if traveling from an INFECTED AREA and the traveler is more than 6 months of age. Peru recommends for those who intend to visit and rural areas of the country. CDC recommends for all travelers (from any country) more than 9 […]
Continue readingPeru twentieth century
Modern Peru is generally considered to have been born in 1895 with the forced resignation of General Caceres. However, the seeds of industrial development had been laid under his rule, albeit by foreigners. In 1890 an international plan was formulated to bail Peru out of its bankruptcy. The Peruvian Corporation was formed in London and […]
Continue readingTraditional Medicine
Alternative medicines have a popular history going back at least two thousand years in Peru and the traditional practitioners – herbaleros, hueseros and curanderos – are still commonplace. Herbaleros sell curative plants, herbs and charms in the streets and markets of most towns. They lay out a selection of ground roots, liquid tree barks, flowers, […]
Continue readingThe Tourist Police
If you’re unlucky enough to have anything stolen, your first port of call should be the tourist police ( policia de turismo). Bear in mind that the police in popular tourist spots, such as Cusco, have become much stricter about investigating reported thefts, after a spate of false claims by dishonest tourists. This means that […]
Continue readingPeru Geographic and Climate
Peru is one of the larger South American countries – some ten times the size of England – covering an area of 1,285,000 square kilometres and with a population of over 26 million. Around seventy percent of its inhabitants live in cities, which are mainly located along the coast and limited almost exclusively to half […]
Continue readingInca Trail Map
An Inca Trail Map could very helpful; we give you some information about it. The Inca Trail that links the Sacred Valley in Cusco to Machu Picchu is only a part of the extensive network of Inca roads. The best known is 4 or 5 days Inca trail, which begins at km. 82 in Piskacucho, […]
Continue readingPERU TERRORISM
Terrorism is much less of a problem in Peru these days than it was in the 1980s and 1990s. You can get up-to-date information on the situation in each region from the South American Explorers’ Club, Peruvian Embassies abroad or your embassy in Lima. There are two main terrorist groups active in Peru – the […]
Continue readingGETTING AROUND
Most Peruvians get around the country by bus, as these go just about everywhere and are extremely good value. However, wherever possible, visitors tend to use one of the country’s trains – an experience in itself – despite being considerably slower than the equivalent bus journey. With the distances in Peru being so vast, many […]
Continue readingPERUVIAN TRADITIONAL MUSIC
Panpipes , known by the Aymara as siku, by the Quechna as antara and by the Spanish as zampoña, are ancient instruments and archeologists have unearthed panpipes tuned to a variety of scales. While modern panpipes – played in the city or in groups with other instruments – may offer a complete scale allowing solo […]
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The Peru Ecotourism tours are well known and frequented by tourists from around the world. Peru has 84 of the 104 ecosystems that exist in the world today. Peru is home to almost 10% of all mammals and reptiles living on the planet, more than 20% of birds, and between 40.000 and 50.000 of the vascular plants […]
Continue readingINCA TRAIL HISTORY
The roads varied in quality and size, so much so that in the plains and mountains can be six to eight meters wide, while in the mountains the paving of large stone blocks averaging meter wide, but were much more daring and aggressiveness overcame the rugged Andean terrain. The Inca Trail in the section that […]
Continue readingINTI RAYMI
The Inti Raymi (festival of the sun) It is a religious ceremony that takes place in the highlands every solstice of winter in honor to the Inti (sun deity) when the sun it is in a major distance of the earth. This famous festivity it is held at the end of June. A the Incas […]
Continue readingPERU TELEPHONES
With a little patience you can make international calls from just about any town in the country. In recent years the telephone system has dramatically improved, partly due to being taken over by a Spanish telephone company and partly because of modernization and an increasing use of satellites. All Peruvian towns have a Teléfonica del […]
Continue readingLIMA PERU WEATHER
General Information Lima Peru Weather, according to its geographical location (in the tropical southern hemisphere) Peru should have a warm, humid and rainy. However, the presence of the Andes, the South Pacific anticyclone circulation and the cold Humboldt Current has certain environmental conditions, giving rise to a variety of climates. On the coast almost never […]
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THE ORIGIN OF SHAMANISM
The history of healing wizards in Peru matches that of the ritual use of hallucinogens and appears to have emerged alongside the first major temple-building culture – Chavín (1200 BC-200 AD). Agriculture, ceramics and other technical processes including some metallurgy had already been developed by 1200 BC, but Chavín demonstrates the first unified and widespread […]
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For minor ailments you can buy most drugs at a farmacia without a prescription. Antibiotics and malaria pills can be bought over the counter (it is, however, important to know the correct dosage), as can antihistamines (for bite allergies) or medication for an upset stomach (try Lomotil or Streptotriad). You can also buy Western-brand tampons […]
Continue readingPERU CRIME AND PERSONAL SAFETY
The biggest problem for travellers in Peru is, without a doubt, thieves, for which the country has one of the worst reputations in South America – on one particular train journey (the Arequipa-Puno night service) many tourists have been robbed over the years. As far as violent attacks go, you’re probably safer in Peru than […]
Continue readingTHE 1970 AND 1980
After twelve years of military government the 1980 elections resulted in a centre-right alliance between Acción Popular and the Popular Christian Party. Belaunde resumed the presidency having become an established celebrity during his years of exile and having built up, too, an impressive array of international contacts. The policy of his government was to increase […]
Continue readingThe Inca religion
The Inca religion was easily capable of incorporating the religious features of most subjugated regions. The setting for beliefs, idols and oracles, more or less throughout the entire empire, had been preordained over the previous two thousand years: a general recognition of certain creator deities and a whole pantheon of nature-related spirits, minor deities and […]
Continue readingCUSCO AIRPORT
Velazco Astete, Cusco Airport is located in the region and province of Cusco, in District of Wanchac, San Sebastian to 3.7 km. and, it is only at 15 minutes to the main square of the city of Cusco. The Cusco Airport began its operations in December 1964, situated in the city of Cuzco, which is […]
Continue readingPERUVIAN MUSIC
Latin America’s oldest musical traditions are those of the Amerindians of the Andes. Their music is best known outside these countries through the characteristic panpipes of poncho-clad folklore groups. However, there’s a multitude of rhythms and popular musics found here deserve a lot more recognition, incuding huayno and chicha, still relatively unknown abroad, as well […]
Continue readingDRINKING IN PERU
Beers , wines and spirits are served in almost every bar, café or restaurant at any time, but there is a deposit on taking beer bottles out (canned beer is one of the worst inventions to hit Peru this century – some of the finest beaches are littered with empty cans). Most Peruvian beer – […]
Continue readingIQUITOS AIRPORT
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT “COLONEL FAP. Francisco Secada Vignette” IQUITOS International Airport Coronel FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta (IATA: IQT, ICAO: SPQT) is located in the Loreto Region, Province and District Maynas Iquitos to 6.0 km from the city. It is used mainly as a connector to several small cities, towns and other settlements in the jungle. Previously, […]
Continue readingPERU WHITE GOLD
In recent decades, poverty and the promise of a better life has not only led thousands of Peruvian peasants down the road of guerrilla warfare and bloody terror. Many of them, sometimes the same individuals, have also transformed the most sacred plant of the Incas into one of the world’s most commercial cash crops. Seen […]
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The dangers of pickpockets and robberies cannot be over emphasized, though the situation does seem to have improved since the dark days of the late 1980s. Without encouraging a permanent state of paranoia and constant watchfulness in busy public situations, common sense and general alertness are recommended. The South American Explorers’ Club can give you […]
Continue readingHEALTH
No inoculations are currently required for Peru, but it’s a good idea to check with the embassy or a reliable travel agent before you go. Your doctor will probably advise you to have some anyway: typhoid, cholera and yellow fever shots are all sensible precautions, and it’s well worth ensuring that your polio and tetanus-diphtheria […]
Continue readingREQUIREMENTS FOR U.S. CITIZENS TO OBTAIN VISA FOR PERU
TOURIST TRAVEL Visa not required for stay of up to 90 days. A valid U.S. Passport is required. BUSINESS TRAVEL Your valid U.S. Passport 1 Visa Application Form, completed and signed 1 Passport-type photograph required A letter from employer on letterhead to “Embassy of Peru, Visa Section, Washington D.C. explaining purpose of travel, business reference […]
Continue readingTHE SPANISH CONQUEST
Francisco Pizarro , along with two dozen soldiers, stumbled upon and named the Pacific Ocean in 1513 while on an exploratory expedition in Panama. From that moment his determination, fired by native tales of a fabulously rich land to the south, was set. Within eleven years he had found himself financial sponsors and set sail […]
Continue readingINSECTS
Insects are more of an irritation than a serious problem, but on the coast, in the jungle and to a lesser extent in the mountains, the common fly is a definite pest. Although it can carry typhoid, there is little one can do; you might spend mealtimes successfully fighting flies from your plate but even […]
Continue reading7 WONDERS OF THE WORLD
The Great Wall, China It is a collection of short walls that often follow the crest of hills on the southern edge of the Mongolian plain. The Great Wall of China, extends about 8,850 kilometers (5,500 miles). A first set of walls, designed to keep Mongol nomads out of China, were built of earth and […]
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Rainforest Weather
Unsurprisingly, the rainforest weather is mostly hot and humid. Rainfall levels in the Amazon rainforest actually distinguish weather differences throughout the year, not the temperatures. Climate Rainfall Peruvian Rainforest Climate The tropical region of the Amazon rainforest is also referred to as the equatorial climate, a zone with extends about 12 degrees north and south […]
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Weather of Machu Picchu
On average, Machu Picchu weather is pleasantly warm during the day and then cools off at night. Temperatures in the region range between 50 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit (12 and 24 degrees Celsius). More so than temperature, weather at Machu Picchu is distinguished more by its dry season and wet season. The tropical mountain forest […]
Continue readingWiFi Terms & Conditions
Pay for your trip via check, direct deposit, or wire transfer and MachuPicchu.org will provide you with a portable router that will allow you to have fast and reliable wireless internet during your trip at no extra cost. In many areas, you will have a fast connection, even by USA standards. Terms and Conditions: WiFi […]
Continue readingECONOMY IN THE INCA EMPIRE OF PERU
The main resources available to the Inca Empire were agricultural land and labor, mines (producing precious and prestigious metals such as gold, silver or copper), and fresh water, abundant everywhere except along the desert coast. With careful manipulation of these resources, the Incas managed to keep building a strong economy in their Empire. Tribute in […]
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BEST TIME TO VISIT MACHU PICCHU
When is the best time to visit Machu Picchu? Machu Picchu is open 7 days a week, every day of the year, including holidays. The best season to visit Machu Picchu depends on your personal preferences and trip schedule. There’s a lot more to consider than just the weather forecast. Scroll down for more tips […]
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