News, archaeological discoveries and curiosities from Peru, told by those who live it and organise it every day.
Most travelers visit Cusco, from where visitors can explore Machu Picchu or the Sacred Valley, but Sacsayhuaman is also a must-see site for those who are interested in exploring ruins and the history of the Incas in more detail. Sacsayhuaman, meaning Royal Eagle is a magnificent fortress constructed during the Pachacuti reign.
Read more →Quito (originally known as San Francisco de Quito) is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating cities in the world to explore – a mix of traditions alongside a bustling modern cosmopolitan scene and the highest capital city in the world. The historic center is extremely well-preserved and filled with Spanish Baroque architecture, in particular the famous Church of San Agustin.
Read more →Visiting Chincha in the South of Peru instantly transports you to an entirely different time and place. Gone are the Inca ruins and traditional Peruvian dishes, replaced instead by black African figurines and mouth-watering dishes of Creole food featuring potatoes and rice .
Read more →Peru is known for its delicious culinary delights – from cuy to lomo saltado and a myriad of other delightful dishes. But did you know there are many tasty local beverages available to accompany the food found in restaurants and on street corners?
Read more →Cuy is a specialty dish in Peru, and whether you are in Arequipa, Lima, or Cusco, you will find it served in one form or another. Cuy is otherwise known as guinea pig, and while it is not a typical dish in other parts of the world, Peruvians don’t seem to get enough of it. In fact, they have been eating guinea pig for approximately 5,000 years.
Read more →Nestled in the serene and peaceful setting of the Sacred Valley, Pisac has a fascinating artisan market. This market operates in some form or another every day of the week but on Sundays Pisac’s market is certainly a fascinating experience.
Read more →The Barranco district in Lima is particularly charming with its apparent bohemian atmosphere, busy nightlife and colorful history. Barranco meaning ‘ravine’ is suitably named as homes and restaurants in and around the area are situated near a cliff overlooking a sandy beach.
Read more →There are many great reasons to visit Arequipa and the Santa Catalina Monastery is definitely a highlight in this fascinating city. The history of the beautiful and sizeable grounds (approximately 215,000 square feet) is fascinating and walking around the grand walled complex will immediately take you back in time a few hundred years.
Read more →In 2015, Peruvian cuisine was thrust into the limelight as Peru was named “World’s leading culinary destination”. It is not the first time the cuisine has been recognized as such, and it definitely won’t be the last. Internationally renowned Peruvian chef, Gastón Acurio, discovered this over 15 years when he opened his first Peruvian restaurant.
Read more →When you think of Peru, instantly, huge untouched parcels of land spring to mind. Pacaya Samiria is one such piece of land and is one of the largest protected areas in the whole of Peru and the Amazon region. Located approximately 180 kilometres from Iquitos, it is said to cover over 2,000,000 hectares.
Read more →Huchuy Qosqo (translated to mean ‘little Cusco’) is an Inca archaeological site in the Sacred Valley; older than its better-known counterparts of Pisac and Ollantaytambo, yet equally rewarding to visit.
Read more →You will undoubtedly have heard of the Amazon River but have you heard of Mismi? Mismi is a mountain peak located in the Andes mountain range near Arequipa, Peru, about 160km west of Lake Titicaca, and was recently identified as the most distant source of the Amazon River. It is also one of the highest points near the Colca Canyon.
Read more →Chan Chan is the largest Pre-Columbian city in South America originally spanning some 20km and located in Northern Peru in the Moche Valley just west of Trujillo. Despite the fact it once housed 60,000 inhabitants of the Chimu Empire, it is not as well-known as Machu Picchu or as popular.
Read more →The Tambopata National Reserve is a fascinating area to explore in Peru and accessible from Puerto Maldonado. Located between the Tambopata and Heath Rivers, the reserve has dense forests and marshes and covers over 250,000 hectares.
Read more →Roberto D’Amico and the dedicated travel team at Perú InsideOut do more than just offer tours to Peru, Bolivia, Chile and Ecuador. They have extensive travel experience of all four South American destinations and first-hand knowledge on all the tours they promote.
Read more →Peru is one holiday destination that never disappoints especially when it is packaged and presented as spectacularly as our flagship tour offer available August 2016. Perú InsideOut’s Machu Picchu Classic August 2016 Tour not only takes you to the wondrous Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, but you get to explore fascinating parts of Peru that you never thought possible.
Read more →Regardless of how you choose to reach Machu Picchu, there is no denying that the citadel is an amazing place to visit. It is a tourist attraction that draws in visitors by the thousands each day and even surpasses expectations.
Read more →Arequipa, the second largest city in Peru, is surrounded by so much natural beauty – from the mind-blowing depths of the Cotahuasi Canyon, to the Misti Volcano providing a spectacular backdrop to the city.
Read more →In 1987 one of the most spectacular archeological finds occurred in Peru; several Moche mummies and burial artifacts were discovered at Huaca Rajada, near Sipan. As fate or luck would have it, the main tomb was hiding the remains of the Lord of Sipán, as he was aptly named at the time.
Read more →Spending the night on Amantani Island, a remote island on Lake Titicaca, is a unique experience. Known as the island of Kantuta because the Peruvian national flower grows in abundance, a homestay on the island will allow you to experience the traditional way of life and some delicious home cooking.
Read more →Love it or hate it, there is no denying that La Paz has a great effect on all who visit. Surrounded by mountains in all directions, La Paz in Bolivia sits at a dizzying height of 3500m. Because of the geographical position, you might need a day or two to acclimatize to the surroundings before you explore.
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