Category: Peru
Ruins in Lima: Archaeological Sites in Peru’s Capital
You should not dismiss Lima so quickly as there are a few noteworthy sites in the city and around that will be of interest to many history lovers.
Guide To Peru: Christmas Eve and the Cusco Santuranticuy Market
Every Christmas Eve Cusco’s Plaza de Armas becomes flooded with locals participating in an ancient tradition called the Santuranticuy Market, which translates to the selling of saints.
Machu Picchu Awarded Best Green Destination
UNESCO World Heritage site Machu Picchu has been recognized as the leading green destination in South America for 2010.
Mario Vargas Llosa Wins Nobel Prize
Much to the delight of Peruvians and Latin Americans everywhere, the famed writer Mario Vargas Llosa was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature this morning.
Explore the Art Scene on a Lima Tour
Tour Lima like a local during your layover to Cusco and discover the heart of this underappreciated city.
Pan-American Roadtrip to Lima, Nazca, Ica, and Paracas
Roadtrip along the Pan Americana and check out the southern coast of Peru with first-hand travel advice from a Peru travel expert at Peru For Less.
How to See the Nazca Lines: Planning Your Trip
The best way to see the Nazca Lines is by taking a 30 minute charter flight to observe them from the air. For those on a budget, there is also a free viewing tower at ground level.
Inca Trail availability & Permits
Check out our guide to the Inca Trail availability to make sure you reserve your spot in time!