This month, June 2019, represents the 5th anniversary of the designation of the Inca Trail (Qhapaq Ñan) as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. What is implied by this designation, and how did it come about? In today’s edition of El Comercio,
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In 1978 the region of Cuzco adopted a rainbow flag, taking as its symbol one used officially since 1896 by the Alianza Cooperativa Internacional, an international economic and social movement working toward equality and fair trade between producers and consumers. One of
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Today we visited the archaeological site, Pachacamac. It contains evidence from three separate historical periods and cultural groups. In Quechua, “Pacha” means land, or earth. Pachacamac means “Spirit of the Earth.” The name is pronounced pa•cha•ka•MAC in Spanish or pa•cha•KA•mac in Quechua.
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What fun to learn about this civilization and explore the ancient temple sites and pyramids but my great aha was coming the amazing Pacific Ocean! And have lunch with all these young people in Maria’s home. Wow what a lunch!! from my
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Photo by Art Sherwood
If you are participating in the hike to Vinicunca (July 6), the following information may prove helpful as you prepare. The weather on this very high mountain is unpredictable. Dressing in layers is advisable. Rapid changes in temperature are not uncommon. While
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For those of you who like to read about what you are experiencing, I have two recommendations, both of which are available in eBook form. The 2019 edition of Lonely Planet Peru includes a concise and well researched discussion of each of
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The ancient empire ruled by the Inca was called Tawantinsuyu (Quechua), or Tahuantinsuyo (Spanish). The name means “Realm of the four regions.” The global map above shows the locations of the four regions, or suyus. The point at which all four meet
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