Northern Peru: Cajamarca
In Peru’s northern highlands, Cajamarca is situated 8,900′ above sea level and has a mild highland climate and very fertile soil. It is well known for its dairy products, Spanish […]
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The Ins and Outs of Machu Picchu
No one will accidentally stumble upon the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu. No one without a prepurchased entrance ticket will be admitted. You want to visit? Plan, plan in advance! […]
I Finally Visit Machu Picchu
The distinctive green peaks of Machu Picchu may be the most identifiable landscape in the world and have become the iconic image of South America. The” Lost Civilization of the […]
The Sacred Valley Town of Ollantaytambo
Ollantaytambo. It looks impossible to pronounce until you learn how. Oh-JAWN-tay-TOM-boh Ollantaytambo is a cute town and an Inca archaeological site in southern Peru 45 miles northwest of the city of […]
Cusco From Above
On hills high above Cusco and visible from the Plaza de Armas is both a large cross and a statue of Christ. We decided to climb the steps up to […]
Architecturally Yours, Cusco
Cusco stands on layers of cultures: old Inca Empire built on Killke structures and the Spanish replacing indigenous temples with Catholic churches and palaces with mansions. On 15 November 1533 […]
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