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The dresscode of the Peruvian altiplano
In the Peruvian High Andes, in every region – and sometimes even in every village – you can spot another style of clothing. These Quechuan designs and traditions go back
PHOTOS: A multiple day hike around the stunning Colca Canyon
Nestled in the Andean highlands of Peru is Colca Canyon, the second deepest canyon of the Americas. If you think that the Grand Canyon is impressive, you’ll for sure love
Some cool veggie/vegan spots in Cusco
As I was travelling with a vegan around Cusco, I was able to take a bite out of the scene in the city myself too. I guess being a vegan
The historic centre of Lima in pictures
As Lima was one of the richest cities centuries ago, you might understand that its old centre nowadays still is full of impressive, colonial buildings and interesting architecture. We walked
The free walking tour through Barranco and Chorillos in Lima
WHAT: The best free walking tour I’ve ever joined – through the neigbhourhoods of Barranco and Chorillos, in Lima WHERE: In both the southern neighbourhoods of Barranco and Chorillos, Lima,
A stay with an Uros family on lake Titicaca
WHAT: A sleepover at the Uros Qhantany Lodge: a floating island of an Uros family at Lake Titicaca WHERE: Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. The island
The artsy vibes of Barranco, Lima, in pictures
In the grey and smoky city that is Lima one neighbourhood stands out by far: Barranco. This bohemian and upcoming district on the southern side along the coastal cliffs of
A visit to the nuns of Santa Catalina in Arequipa
WHAT: A visit to the Monasterio de Santa Catalina, that gives you a fascinating insight into the life of the nuns in Arequipa throughout the centuries WHERE: The monastery is
PHOTOS: The white city of Arequipa in Peru
Peru’s second largest city is a popular hub on the way to Cusco. Since the city is located quite a few meters higher than Lima, it’s a perfect stop for
The desolate beauty of the Paracas reserve in Peru
WHAT: Cruising a part of the Paracas National Reserve – a big desert full of red sand, steep cliffs, fossils and birds WHERE: Near the town of Paracas, 250 km
Islas Ballestas: Peru’s poor man’s Galapagos in pictures
WHAT: A boat trip to the extraordinary wildlife of the Islas Ballestas. All the boats and routes are the same, with a guide who explains everything in Spanish and English.
Condors and cuddling llamas at Cusco’s animal sanctuary in Peru
WHAT: Visiting the small Santuario Animal de Cochahuasi WHERE: Peru. 20 km as seen from the Plaza de Armas in Cusco, on the way to Pisac. HOW MUCH: Admission is
