The Marañón River has remained so secret that most Peruvians still do not know the wonders it beholds! Its reputation is growing as ‘The Grand Canyon of South America’, however it still receives very few visitors outside of hard-core rafting & kayaking circles. The Marañón Waterkeeper is letting
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Peru’s Cordillera Huayhuash rates as arguably the most secretive of our featured South America’s secret wonders. This is a place very few people know exists, and that includes return visitors to Peru. Except, of course, among members of the international hard-core trekking scene. Among discerning hi
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More than 1,500 years since their ancient culture vanished, the Nazca people continue to mesmerize the world. A mysterious collection of geoglyphs, known as the Nazca Lines, lie at the heart of an arid plateau in the southwestern Peruvian desert. This legendary UNESCO site is one of Peru’s foremost
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Although tourism plays a crucial role in the economy of Peru, there are often resulting adverse effects on the environment and ecosystems caused by the influx of tourists. Sustainable tourism and ecotourism mean conscientious and responsible travel. Conserve the environments you travel through, resp
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History of the Incas – the rise and fall of a mighty empire which left behind some of South America’s most important historic highlights.A reconstruction of Inca ruler Atahualpa made by G.S.Stuart. (Ojai Valley Museum, California). Photo Credit: This image was first published on Flickr. Original ima
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Regarding the geography of Peru, Peru lies on the central western coast of South America with the Pacific Ocean to its west. It shares borders with Ecuador and Colombia to the north, Brazil and Bolivia to the east and Chile to the south. It is the third largest country in South America after Brazil
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