Formerly the capital of Peru, Arequipa is a beautiful place to visit thanks to its wonderful historic buildings and scenic location amidst three towering volcanoes. Often known…
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Where to Stay in Lima: Best Neighborhoods & Hotels
When it comes to colonial architecture, Lima is a great place to witness the buildings born from Spain’s Viceroyalty era in its South American territories. At the…
8 Best Places to Stay in Cusco
Sitting 11,152 feet above sea level, Cusco was once the crown jewel of the Inca Empire. The city now serves as the gateway to the Sacred Valley…
10 Best Beaches in Peru
The nation of Peru may be famous for its ancient cultures, age-old cities and wealth of history, but there’s more to this charming country than first meets…
15 Best Cities to Visit in Peru
With a wealth of incredible historical sites as well as fantastic cuisine, lavish colonial architecture and stunning natural settings; Peru’s cities really need to be seen to…
Are These the Most Underrated Destinations in Peru?
Each year, more than a million visitors descend upon Peru’s most famous tourist attraction — the 15th century Inca citadel, Machu Picchu. Many will also visit the…
6 Best Day Tours in Peru
An overview of the best day tours in Peru: Day Trip from Cusco to Machu Picchu This day trip is totally awesome as you travel by train…
7 Most Amazing Waterfalls in Peru
Peru’s towering mountains catch clouds drifting over the Pacific forcing them to drop feet of rain from November through April. All that rainwater fuels a spider web…
Uncover the Secrets of the Ollantaytambo Ruins
Ollantaytambo, called Ollanta by the locals, is an ancient Inca temple and fortress as well as a village in Peru, located at the northwestern end of the…
Machu Picchu: The Lost City of the Incas
To go to Peru and not visit Machu Picchu is kind of like going to Paris and ignoring the Eiffel Tower: It simply can’t be done. And…