Surrounded by five volcanoes, just below the Aguada Blancas National Park in south-west Peru, sits what was Peru’s capital once upon a time. Welcome to the now-relatively hidden gem of Arequipa, a.k.a. ‘White City. Not only is it now Peru’s second-largest city, but it’s also home to spectacular architecture, the lovely Socobaya river, and a…
Split between Bolivia and Peru, the magnificent Lake Titicaca makes for a majestic sight. In Andean beliefs, Titicaca is considered the birthplace of the sun. When it comes to the Incas, it’s revered as the sacred birthplace of human civilization. Whatever the cultural beliefs are, Lake Titicaca is South America’s largest lake and the world’s…
Perched on the edge of the world’s highest navigable lake, Puno is far more than just a quick stopover. However, finding the best hotels in Puno Peru, to stay can be surprisingly tricky. One minute you’re excited about Lake Titicaca, and the next you’re dealing with freezing nights, altitude fatigue, and hotels that look great…
Surrounded by steep escarpments and lush verdure and shrouded in swirling mist, the sprawling Inca ‘Lost City’ citadel of Machu Picchu in Peru is everything we’d ever dreamt of — and then some. Perched high in the Andes mountains, the spectacular bucket-list marvel is probably the most famous archaeological site on the planet, drawing slack-jawed…
The sprawling metropolis that is Peru’s capital Lima was one of those ‘surprise cities’ for us. We’d not known what to expect from this city, and we ended up absolutely loving it! Since Lima was far off from where we were coming from, we wanted to keep staying costs down, and we did keep them…
The undisputed archaeological hub of the Americas, Cusco in Peru has always been a bucket list destination for us. The former centuries-old Inca Empire capital is also the oldest continuously inhabited city on the continent and the gateway to the famed citadel ruins of Machu Picchu. Since we were hiking the Inca trail, we stayed for…
Lima, Peru is often seen as just a gateway to Machu Picchu and other Peruvian wonders. We’ve only been there a few times, but we were surprised by Lima. It’s rich in culture and has vibrant neighborhoods. But if you only have a day or two in the city and need a place to rest…
The lovely Peruvian capital of Lima is an absolute marvel. Tucked on the Pacific Coast of the Sechura Desert, this sprawling city is steeped in ancient Incan roots. What’s more, it’s famed as South America’s gastronomic capital today, but that’s not all that’s thrilling about this city. In a fiercely Catholic country that is all…
The former historic capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco, is the most popular destination in Peru today. Besides being the capital archaeological capital of the Americas, Cusco is also the gateway to the legendary city that is Machu Picchu. As it’s also known, Cuzco boasts the richest heritage amongst any of the South American cities…
Cusco was once the capital of the Incan Empire, and the magic is still here until this day. When it comes to visiting Peru, Machu Picchu is probably on top of your mind. That said, you’ll regret it if you’ve been to Peru and never visit Cusco. It’s a magical city full of history and…
If you think Lima is just a stopover, you’re dead wrong! While it’s true that many people come to Lima just for quick transit before they head to Machu Picchu or Cusco, Lima itself is a wonderful destination. This capital city of Peru is full of an enchanting panorama, food, architecture, historical landmark, nature, and…
One of the most enigmatic countries of South America is Peru with its megadiverse landscapes combined with a rich ‘golden’ history. Its 5000-year history is showcased in the numerous archaeological sites that are scattered throughout the different parts of the country. From pre-Incan Geoglyphs of Nazca and remnants of Chan Chan, hoto the Incan sites…
Sitting high up in the Andes at an elevation of 3,400 meters is the Inca capital, Cusco, designated as the ‘Historical capital of Peru.” This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Americas. Although the Spaniards demolished most of the important buildings of the city, they used the foundations for…
Arequipa, the second-largest city in Peru after Lima, has earned the sobriquet of the ‘legal capital of Peru’ since it is the seat of the Constitutional Court of Peru. It is also part of the Southern Peru Tourist Corridor along with Cusco, Puno, and Nazca. The city which was founded in 1540, has maintained a…
Lima was founded on January 18, 1535, as Ciudad de Los Reyes (City of the Kings), by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro. It became the capital and most important city for the Spanish Kingdom in the New World within the next years. It quickly became the epicenter of culture, religion, architecture, trade, fashion and more in…
I was 11 years old when I heard this name for the first time. I was intrigued even by the sound of it. I read and studied about it for months and then my father took me to visit it. Not even for one second did I ever imagine that Machu Picchu would become, only 7…