Category: Culture

Bottles of wine at Hotel B in Lima, Peru.

Hotel B: A Bohemian Masterpiece in Lima

Discover the bohemian side of Lima at this chic hotel. For those who appreciate the finer things, this boutique stay never goes out of style.

Colorful nikkei food including raw fish in a bright yellow sauce with red peppers and green garnishes.

What is Nikkei Food? The Trendy Cuisine You Must Try

An overview of Nikkei food, including what it is, where it comes from, and the top 7 restaurants you need to try on your next trip to Peru.

Two indigenous Quechua women in traditional clothing walking down a path to the harbor of Isla Taquile near Puno.

What to Do in Puno: A Complete Guide

What to do in Puno including how to get there, where to stay, and what to eat. Discover Puno and Lake Titicaca with this all-in-one travel guide.

The town and surrounding countryside of Oxapampa, a German colony in the Peruvian Amazon.

Oxapampa: A German Colony in the Peruvian Amazon

Discover the rich cultural history of Oxapampa with this detailed guide of the towns attractions.

Quipus were ancient Andean recording devices made of strings and knots that stored information.

Quipu: The Ancient Computer of the Inca Civilization

Learn about the history and purpose of the quipu, with insights from anthropologist and best-selling author of The Last Days of the Incas Kim MacQuarrie.

Coricancha temple and Santo Domingo church from the garden. Stone terraces and building above.

Coricancha: Cusco’s Golden Temple of the Sun

Dedicated to the Sun God Inti, the Inca temple of Coricancha has a unique history and continues to be an important part of Cusco.

The Huaca Pucllana ruins with blue skies offsetting the earthy color of the adobe bricks.

Huaca Pucllana: The Ancient Peruvian Pyramid in Lima

Discover everything you need to know about Huaca Pucllana by exploring the history, cultural significance, tour options, museum, and on-site restaurant of these fascinating ruins.

Group of festival goers with spray foam at Carnaval in Ecuador

Carnival in Ecuador: How and Where to Celebrate

Explore traditions and regional ceremonies for Carnival in Ecuador, plus the date for 2021 and how to plan your trip to the festivities.

Two men standing on stage holding a guitar and microphone. Live audience in background.

Chicha Music: A Colorful Fusion of Peruvian Sounds

Discover the rise, transformation, and influence of Peruvian chicha music from the 1960s to today.