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The Inti Raymi is celebrated in the city of Cusco every June 21, with the first rays of the sun that begin the winter solstice. This holiday is one of the many tourist attractions of Peru. The celebration consists in the characterization of what were the true rituals practiced by the native communities of the Tahuantinsuyo in the 15th-century, where they paid tribute to the Sun God, thanking him for starting the harvest season. It all starts at 6:30 am in the morning at the Qorikancha Temple, located in the city of Cusco, and between dances and songs they perform the ceremony of the first sun salutation. Empire of the Four Regions Inti means sun and Raymi means party, which means the Sun party, which was a festivity that joined the people of all regions that were part of what is known... Continue Reading

For a long time, Peru’s tourism has been centered and limited in two words: Machu Picchu. If you think that coming to Peru is visiting one place and that is all, you are making a big mistake and losing incredible experiences near this Peruvian world wonder. Let me show you that you could make an enigmatic and unforgettable trip, learning about the extensive and wonderful Inca culture. Sacsayhuaman is one of the most amazing Inca constructions, it was built with huge carved rocks, together with absolute precision, this work lasted 70 years and over 20,000 men worked building it. Their stone walls amazed Spanish conquistadors who were newly arrived and they named “Fortress”- according to their conception of cities and military buildings of this times- 16th century. When... Continue Reading

Macchu Picchu If you are exhausted with the daily routine of work, school or anything in between, an escape to nature will help you to refresh and recharge your batteries. A sacred place Machu Pichu is the wonder made of the most precious sites in Peru. It is an evidence of the Empire. Urban Inca at the height of its power and achievement: a carved stone citadel. Hidden in the rocky countryside in the northwest of Cuzco, Peru, it has become a royal property or a sacred place for the main Incas, whose civilization has been useful for the Spanish invaders in the sixteenth century. Hidden city For hundreds of years, until the American archaeologist, Hiram Bingham stood out with him in 1911, the existence of the abandoned citadel was a secret known only to the peasants who lived in the... Continue Reading

Peru is one of the most popular vacation destinations. Its historical sites and beautiful scenery give tourists the chance to escape from the mundane and jump into an adventure. As beautiful as Peru is, there is one particular danger that tourists should be aware of while planning their Peruvian adventures. It is Altitude Sickness. Altitude Sickness is an illness that occurs when the body is faced with a rapid change in altitude. So, as you are climbing the mountains, your body is trying to adjust to the decreasing oxygen levels. The higher you go, the less air your body is actually getting. Symptoms include severe headache, loss of appetite, upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, and body weakness.  However there are steps that can be taken in order to make sure your entire mountain climb... Continue Reading