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The Pikillaqta ruins are part of an archaeological complex that houses over 2,000-year-old structures. Pikillaqta is the word for flea town in Quechua. However, scholars are unsure of the origin of the name. Pikillacta was a major urban center of the Wari culture, which... Continue Reading

There are Pre-Inca ruins in Lima like Pachacamac, Huaca Pucllana, and Huaca Huallamarca which you can visit during your stop at the capital. As amazing as ruins like Machu Picchu or Sacsayhuaman are, they are not the oldest archaeological finds in the country, check out these... Continue Reading

The Paucarcancha Ruins are a set of Inca constructions that can be found high in the Andes mountains. They can usually be accessed via a detour taken during the classic 4 day Inca trail to Machu Picchu or via the Salkantay trek, you can even have one night where you camp near... Continue Reading

Trujillo, Peru, Is a city full of local traditions and customs that bring travelers from all over the country. It is known as the city of the “La Eterna Primavera” or the eternal spring thanks to its year-round agreeable weather. This colonial city is a single point of tourism... Continue Reading

Travelers are often worried about the Cusco elevation and whether they will suffer altitude sickness over the course of their Peru trip. Having elevation sickness symptoms while you are on a vacation has to be one of the most troublesome situations to be in. Let’s go over some... Continue Reading

One of the Peru destinations that provides a fun experience yet is relatively unknown by most travelers is Cajamarca in Peru. This highland region has hints of high rainforest terrains that provide a beautiful landscape for any visitor to photograph. This region is well known for... Continue Reading

The Oasis of Huacachina in Ica, Peru is a beautiful island amid a sea of sand that drives many travelers every year towards the city of Ica. This pleasant destination is full of great activities that will be a high point for the younger crowd of travelers as well as the older... Continue Reading

Most of the travelers coming to Peru will usually also visit other countries during their time in South America. One of the most common questions we get is “What counties in South America Speak Spanish?” It seems that for the most part, travelers will have a pretty good idea of... Continue Reading

Peru is a marvelous place to visit with destinations all over the country just calling out to be travelers. Most of the tourists that come to Peru have one place in mind they want to visit over everything else. This is normally the Machu Picchu Hike along with some treks like the... Continue Reading

The Inca legend states the Pururaucas were stone soldiers that helped the Inca defeat their rivals, The Chanca in a battle that took place in 1438. While the Inca did not have a written language, they were able to tell their history and local folklore through songs and stories... Continue Reading