Inca Land: Explorations in the Highlands of Peru. Most people reach Machu Picchu by way of Aguas Calientes, the closest incorporated town to the ruins and about a four-hour train ride from Cusco.

Peru is a country rich in history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture. Whether you are an adventure seeker, a ...

On the morning of July 24, 1911, an enterprising lecturer-explorer from Yale University set off in a cold drizzle to investigate rumors of ancient Inca ruins in Peru. The explorer chopped his way ...

There are also some incredible Incan ruins along the way ... acclimation to elevation is crucial. The Inca Trail begins in Cusco, one of the highest cities in Peru. Acclimating to the trail ...

Our Lady of the Rosary of Guápulo is a devotional image venerated in the outskirts of Quito, Ecuador, and was promoted by a ...

A 30-year-old man is accused of attacking a famed cultural site in Peru, officials said. Peru Ministry of Culture An intoxicated man wielding a metal tool is accused of attacking and damaging the ...

Machu Picchu is considered Peru’s main attraction and a must-visit destination for travelers. One of the remarkable features ...