Sacsayhuaman is a walled complex near the old city of Cusco. Sacsayhuaman is at an altitude of 3,701 m. or 12,000 feet. The site is part of the City of Cuzco, which was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1983.
Machu Picchu stands 2,430 m above sea-level, in the middle of a tropical mountain forest. It was probably the most amazing urban creation of the Inca Empire at its height; its giant walls, terraces and ramps seem as if they have been cut naturally in the continuous rock escarpments.
The Sacred Valley, or Valle Sagrado, is a region in Peru located in the Andean highlands near Cusco. It is a picturesque valley that stretches along the Urubamba River, surrounded by towering mountains and dotted with ancient Inca ruins and traditional Andean villages.
Tambomachay is an archaeological site located about 7 km from the city of Cusco in Peru. It is believed to have been a site of religious importance during the Inca Empire, and it consists of a series of aqueducts, canals, and waterfalls that are still functional today.
Moray or Muray is an archaeological site in Peru. One of the most visually stunning Inca ruins is at Moray, an archaeological site in Peru approximately 50 km northwest of Cuzco and just west of the village of Maras.
The Larco Museum is housed in an 18th century viceroyalty-era mansion. The Larco Museum is surrounded by beautiful gardens. The Larco Museum is a stimulating and inspiring space in which visitors can enjoy and learn more about the fascinating history of ancient Peru.
Huayna Picchu is the iconic mountain that rises sharply behind the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu in Peru. It forms part of the dramatic landscape that makes Machu Picchu one of the most awe-inspiring archaeological sites in the world. The mountain is famous for offering breathtaking views of the ruins of Machu Picchu and the surrounding Andean mountains and valleys.
The Plaza de Armas of Cusco is located in the city of Cusco, Peru. Located in the historic center of the city is the main public space of the town since before its Spanish foundation in 1534. This beautiful square is surrounded by colonial buildings, which serve as an example of how profoundly the Spanish conquerors impacted the city.
Huascaran National Park is a Peruvian national park that comprises most of the mountain range known as Cordillera Blanca (the world's highest tropical mountain range) which is part of the central Andes, in the region of Ancash.
Peru is a country in western South America. Peru has a population of 34 million, and its capital and largest city is Lima. At 1.28 million km2 (0.5 million mi2), Peru is the 19th largest country in the world, and the third largest in South America.
The Lima Art Museum is an art museum in Lima, Peru. The museum is located in the Palacio de la Exposición. The collection includes ceramics, textiles, sculptures, and paintings surveying almost 3,000 years of history ranging from the pre-Columbian to Contemporary time periods.
Sillustani is a pre-Inca cemetery on the shores of Lake Umayo near Puno in Peru. The tombs, which are built above ground in tower-like structures called chullpas, are the vestiges of the Qulla people, who are Aymara conquered by the Inca Empire in the 15th century.
The Main Square of Lima is one of the most important touristic destinations, located in heart of the Historic Centre of Lima. It is surrounded by a number of major landmarks, including the Government Palace, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, the Municipal Palace, and the Palacio de la Unión.
The Cusco region of Peru is a historically rich area located in the southern highlands. Its capital is Cusco, the historical capital of the Inca Empire. It encompasses a diverse landscape ranging from snowy Andean peaks to rainforests, and is a popular tourist destination due to its Inca ruins, culture, and natural beauty
Lima is the capital and largest city of Peru, located on the central coast of the country, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It is known for its rich history, stunning colonial architecture, vibrant culture, and delicious cuisine. With a population of more than 9.7 million in its urban area and more than 11 million in its metropolitan area, Lima is one of the largest cities in the Americas.
Vinicunca, also called Rainbow Mountain, is a mountain in the Andes of Peru with an altitude of 5,036 metres (16,522 ft) above sea level. It is located on the road to the Ausangate mountain, in the Cusco region. Just 3 hours from Cusco, Rainbow Mountain is an incredible experience with spectacular views along the way.
The Nazca lines are a group of over 700 geoglyphs made in the soil of the Nazca Desert in southern Peru. They were created between 500 BC and 500 AD by people making depressions or shallow incisions in the desert floor, removing pebbles and leaving different-colored dirt exposed. The Nazca Lines were slowly revealed, piece by piece, as technology and curiosity caught up with what the desert had been quietly holding for centuries.
