Category: Culture

Soft waves in Lake Titicaca approaching the floating Uros Islands.

Uros Islands: The Floating Villages of Lake Titicaca

One of the most unique sites on Lake Titicaca are the floating Uros Islands. Learn about the history, culture, tour options, and more!

Quechua woman dancing with more dancers and spectators in background

Quechua People: A Living Andean Culture

Explore the history, music, dress, language, and cuisine of the Quechua people.

Crowds of people gathered in front of the Cusco Cathedral at night for an Easter procession.

Celebrating Easter in Peru

Explore Semana Santa traditions, typical Easter food, and regional ceremonies throughout Peru

Dancers at the Carnaval de Oruro in Bolivia

Carnaval de Oruro, Bolivia

One of the most unique and interesting Carnivals in South America takes place in the mining town of Oruro, in central Bolivia.

A Mafalda statue on a bench in Buenos Aires.

Meet Mafalda, the Comic Strip Character from Argentina

Mafalda is not an average six-year old comic strip character, she’s a cultural icon.

Partly cloudy skies over the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, the city's main square and gathering place.

Cusco’s Plaza de Armas: A place of gathering

Cusco’s Plaza de Armas is narrated by Inca history, Spanish architecture and native Quechua culture that will captivate you.

A marinera performance at Haciena Dpaso.

Hacienda Dpaso Review: A Cultural Dinner Show in Lima

The Dinner & Show at Hacienda Dpaso highlights the pride that Peruvians have for their cultural traditions and food (of course)! Check out our review.

Dancers wearing colorful traditional clothing and performing a traditional dance in Cusco.

Cultural treasures: Cusco’s traditional dances and music

Bright colors and culture collide in these Cusco traditions!

An indigenous mother with her daughter on one of the Uros Islands of Lake Titicaca.

Unique Mother’s Day celebrations in Peru

Peruvians are very enthusiastic about honoring Mother’s Day! Learn more about their timeless traditions.