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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The people of Tahuantinsuyo built an impressive system of roads many of which remained in use centuries after the empire that built them was gone. One significant feature of this road system was facilities such as baths to accommodate travelers. Tambomachay, the
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It is now possible for you to blog, send photographs, write thoughts about the sites we visit, etc. right from PeruWithThePalmers.com using your smartphone. I’ll show you how it’s done in Lima.
Peruvian cuisine is varied and amazing.
I added a packing list page today to help you avoid forgetting things you should bring on the trip and avoid bringing things you should not. You can access the page here, or by choosing “Packing List” from the menu.
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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