This recent composition from Sergio Cuadros’ disc, INKA Latin Jazz illustrates very well the fusion of traditional Andean music with international musical traditions. The instrument Cuadros is seen (and heard!) playing here is called a Quena (pronounced Kena). It is sometimes called
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Updated March 4, 2019 In Quechua “Machu Picchu” means roughly “Old Peak,” whereas “Wayna Picchu” means “Young Peak. In the picture, Wayna Picchu is the tallest peak visible in the background behind the citadel (Machu Picchu). The citadel is located on a
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On July 6 a subgroup of our travelers—those with an adventurous spirit and good hiking legs—will take a day trip to Vinicunca, the mountain often referred to a s Peru’s Rainbow Mountain. I am writing this post to give what I believe
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Visit the unique cultures of Lake Titicaca, from the floating islands of the Uros people to natural islands with their own distinctive historical and cultural roots.
You can now use PayPal to pay the deposit for the trip! I have set up an online store (see “Shop) in the menu above to allow you to pay the deposit online. PayPal is currently the only option, but I am
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Watch and listen to Kana Wawakuna, the children’s choir of Espinar, sing a Christmas song in Quechua.
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