The Tour of La Belle Epoque in Arequipa is a new tourism product that is expected to become an alternative for visitors who want to know the heart of the White City. This tour consists of a visit to twelve houses that reflect the architectural styles that were introduced in the city in the nineteenth … Seguir leyendo
By Manuel Vigo December 12, 2012 Peru’s cuisine continues to draw international accolades. Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism Jose Luis Silva announced, on Wednesday, that Peru has won two categories at the 2012 World Travel Awards (WTA). Peru was named ‘World’s Leading Culinary Destination’, while Machu Picchu was named the ‘World’s Leading Green Destination’. … Seguir leyendo
By Brayan Coraza Morveli with David Knowlton From ancient times Peru has been a land of flutes. Different kinds of flutes formed ensembles that played for different events and, like a calendar, marked the season’s passing. Even today, though, in Cuzco one can hear every kind of music that plays in international ears, these flutes continue. … Seguir leyendo
The sun is out in Lima and temperatures are rising to their summer highs, which means only one thing: it’s time to drink hot chocolate. Hot chocolate joins panetón, lechón and turkey in Peru’s canon of Christmas foods. However, this is a bit strange, as Christmas falls in early summer in Lima. As María Pía … Seguir leyendo
From 2013 onwards, the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu could draw one million tourists a year thanks to a strong advertising campaign, according to the National Chamber of Tourism (Canatur). Carlos Canales, head of Canatur, set this number as a goal, considering that this archaeological site has attracted over 630,000 visitors annually in recent years. … Seguir leyendo
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A list of 5 (free) great things to not miss when you visit the Imperial City of Cuzco. Seguir leyendo
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