One of the most important and yet little known cultures of the American continent is found in Peru. This is the Caral culture, whose capital was the city of the same name, which is now celebrating twenty-five years of excavations. We have spoken with Dr.…

Standing in front of Machu Picchu is to observe one of the most amazing historical places in the world, built more than 500 years ago. It is one of the places that leaves all the people who are lucky enough to be there, out of breath. But…

Huaraz is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise in Peru because it offers a multitude of hiking possibilities. It is still little known by international travelers and the reason is very simple: it is off the beaten track for tourists who only have 2 weeks to visit…

Peru Facts and Figures Peru is located in the central western part of South America. To the north, it borders both Ecuador and Colombia; to the east with Brazil and Bolivia; to the south with Chile; and the Pacific Ocean lies to the west. Geography Area: 1.28 million sq. km. (496,225 sq. mi.)Peru is the third-largest…

The Inca Empire was the largest empire in pre-Columbian America. The Inca arose in the highlands of Peru in the early 13th century and the final days of resistance to the Spanish conquest occurred in 1572. The centre of Inca culture was the city of Cusco, from where the…

The Inca Empire was the largest empire in pre-Columbian America. The Inca arose in the highlands of Peru in the early 13th century and the final days of resistance to the Spanish conquest occurred in 1572. The centre of Inca culture was the city of Cusco, from where the…