Peru

Head to the ground, one foot up, arms criss-crossed and blades right in front of your face—this is the ancient Dance with Scissors

Witi Witi means "making love," so how do you imagine this dance looks like? Colca Valley would be the right place to check it out

Snowy peaks look cold and unappealing to some, but in fact they own a very unique and magical beauty

Thousands of pilgrims walk to the foots of Andes to welcome new circle of life or honor the Lord

For those who like crowded and chaotic places with music, dance and other interesting activities, the right time to visit Peru is during the Carnival

This adventure is quite extreme, but its beauty is well worth it

Try not to miss the season of avocado in Peru, and try some signature dishes too!

Find your wave and have a perfect ride near the coast of Peru

Do you love guinea pigs or 'cuy' in the same way as Peruvians do?

About one fifth of all bird species on Earth can be found in Peru

Sea lions, penguins, and pelicans are good neighbours on the Ballestas Islands

See thousands of salt terraces placed high in the mountains in the Sacred Valley of Incas

Among high hills and ice glaciers, these lakes hide their stunning beauty

Inspiring event when young sons of the Incas show their strength and overcome different trials by fire

This ancient religious ritual survived till today and represents the most famous festival in Cusco

These horses are declared part of the cultural heritage of the nation

Fresh, dried, or frozen—this fruit remains absolutely delicious

Believe it or not, but these dolphins do exist. Their skin is pale pink, and males are more pink than females

Be prepared to meet two thousand year old art

This is one of the biggest carnivals in Peru, which combines both Christian and prehispanic rituals

This festival represents a special religious tradition of carrying decorated crosses up the hill

This show isn't for the faint-hearted, but for some, this tradition is a work of art

A colorful army comes to eat the minerals

Towns of Paucartambo and Pisac near Cusco are home to a festival dedicated to Virgen del Carmen, a ceremony well worth attending

Though cruel and bloody, this event symbolizes the fight for freedom in Peru

Learn about Peruvian history, pay respect to the dead, honor the Virgin, and try not to lose your head in the craziness of this event

Any plans for Christmas? What about taking part in a traditional fight in Peru?

Peruvian sunsets are worth a moment to stop doing everything and just enjoy it

A lake in the desert—mirage or a sheer oasis?

One of the largest beetles on Earth inhabits Peruvian rainforests

Take some time in your exploration to relax in healing hot springs between the green hills of the Andes

This Inca bridge is a connection between the past and the present, and its renovation is a real tradition for locals

There is no such Peruvian meal with mango that you won't enjoy!

Hike a mountain unlike any other

The mix of Catholic and Inca traditions result in very special festivities

One of the best carnival celebrations in South America

Discover unique Easter traditions of Cusco, Ayacucho, and Arequipa

A new spectacular wind sports destination

The unusual river is among the top attractions of the Cusco region

The highest railaway in the Americas is an amazing Andean adventure

Dress up in yellow and get ready to party!