View of main cathedral in Cusco, Peru
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Machu Picchu 100 Year Anniversary

Written by Cusco Expert: Hernan, Peru, March 2011

At 11,200 feet above sea level, Cusco is the heart of Tahuantinsuyo, Perus's pre-Colombian Empire. Cusco today is the oldest continuously inhabited city in South America, a fascinating and colorful ...
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Hiking the Lares Trail to Machu Picchu

Written by Paige, Nicaragua, July 2012

The epic hike to the sacred city of Machu Picchu is one of the most coveted adventures in Latin America. People plan their vacations—or even years of their lives—around taking this magnificent walk ...
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Seeing the Nazca Lines in Peru

Written by Paige, Nicaragua, July 2012

Among the most enigmatic attractions in this most mysterious of countries are the Nazca Lines, enormous figures carved into the desert by the ancient Nazca civilization between 200BC and 500AD. ...
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Things To Do in Ollantaytambo

Written by Paige, Nicaragua, September 2012

While the climax of the epic Inca Trail is magnificent Machu Picchu, the iconic hike along that ancient Andean road begins at a place no less important: Ollantaytambo. Though the city, located some ...
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Things to do in San Blas

Written by Zoe Smith, United Kingdom, January 2013

Renowned as the artisan quarter of Cusco, San Blas is famed for producing some of the most celebrated handicrafts in Peru. Effortlessly blending ancient Inca walls and colonial architecture with a ...
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3 Days in Arequipa: Suggested Itineraries

Written by Viator, September 2012

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Known for its proximity to canyons and volcanoes, as well as its colonial architecture, Arequipa is a thrilling yet historical destination for your next vacation. To help you see a variety of sites, ...
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Bird Watching in the Amazon

Written by Viator, May 2012

The Amazon Basin as a whole, and Iquitos in particular, is one of the world’s most attractive destinations for birders. They migrate here throughout the year in search of some 600 officially ...
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Casinos in Lima

Written by Zoe Smith, United Kingdom, February 2013

Lima might not boast the gambling prowess of Las Vegas, but business is booming for the city’s top casinos – a recent addition to Peru‘s abundant slot machine arcades. Those looking to try their ...
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Free Things to Do in Lima, Peru

Written by Paige, Nicaragua, September 2012

While Peru was once a budget traveler’s dream (and parts of it certainly still is), many of the most popular spots will have backpackers going through soles at an alarming rate. Some of this is ...
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Live Music and More for Lima, Peru’s 477th Birthday

Written by Paige, Nicaragua, May 2012

Semana de la Fundacion de Lima (Week of the Foundation of Lima) occurred back in January, with Peru’s Spanish Colonial capital celebrating the 477th year since conquistador Francisco Pizzaro first ...
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Maras Salt Pools

Written by Paige, Nicaragua, October 2012

The Incas were the masters of the terrace, carving their steep Andean territory into enormous staircases, where layers of crops could be grown. In the mountains above the Sacred Valley, some 25 miles ...
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Miraflores District of Lima, Peru

Written by Paige, Nicaragua, April 2012

While you should certainly take time to see the historic center of Lima, with its monumental Spanish architecture and remarkable museums, you may find (like many limenos) that you love Miraflores ...
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The Best Beaches in Lima, Peru

Written by Paige, Nicaragua, May 2012

The capital of Peru is famous for many things: Its magnificent Spanish colonial city center, amazing cuisine, and outrageous museums, among others. Although Lima lies right on the coast, few ...
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Things to Do in Cusco, Peru

Written by Paige, Nicaragua, June 2012

The ancient Inca capital of Cusco has reigned over the Andes for almost 1,000 years, an architectural achievement of unsurpassed glories glittering in the high desert sun. Its astounding Spanish ...
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