Looking for the best vegan restaurants in Cusco during your visit to the Andean Inca capital? Whether you’re a dedicated vegan or simply seeking plant-based meals while exploring the city, Cusco has an impressive selection of vegan-friendly eateries that cater to every taste. From hearty Peruvian-inspired dishes to international flavors, this ancient city nestled in …
The Holy Week, or Semana Santa in Peru, takes place in March or April. It starts on Palm Sunday and lasts to Easter Sunday. Throughout this week, lots of spiritual celebrations take place, celebrating the death, funeral, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Tourists in Cusco will see many processions, typical costumes, and also local culinary …
While most travelers head straight for Cusco, Arequipa, Lake Titicaca, and Machu Picchu in southern Peru, northern Peru is still a hidden gem for travelers to venture off the beaten path. In Northern Peru, you will find amazing ruins with hardly any other people around, discover unique landscapes, and learn about ancient pre-Inca cultures in …
When travelling in Peru, you cannot ignore it: you will hear about the dish ceviche, or find it on the menu of any restaurant. Ceviche is one of the most famous Peruvian dishes based on raw fish marinated in lemon juice. For every fish- or non-fish-lover ceviche is definitely worth a try! The origin and …
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Cusco celebrating: Festivals in Peru Travelling in Peru allows you to explore the rich Peruvian culture. Mainly during the months of May and June, there are many opportunities to watch and participate in the traditional celebrations in Peru. There are many important festivities, especially in and around Cusco, that travellers are more than welcome to …
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Are you spending the holidays in Peru this year, or are you just curious to learn more about Christmas traditions in Peru? Be my guest. With the first Christmas Celebrations in Peru taking place in 1535, Peru has a long history of celebrating Christmas. Peru’s main Christmas celebrations occur on Dec 24th, on Christmas Eve …
Peru is considered the culinary mecca of Latin America and for good reason. Who could argue with the variety, tradition, fusion of cultures and freshness of ingredients? Who could argue with Ceviche? Have you had a plate of “Lomo saltado” or “aji de gallina”? Those that have know that it has the power to change …
Every year around Valentine´s Day, chocolate sales skyrocket as lovers around the world empty market shelves to buy toffees and other sweet candies for their loved ones. On this special day of the year, in many restaurants of the world, a romantic dessert creation cannot be missed and rounds up the perfect Valentine´s date. Especially …
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