Discover Peru’s Rich Gastronomy at Perú Mucho Gusto 2024 in Lima
Peru’s culinary richness will be on full display at the upcoming Perú Mucho Gusto 2024 fair, taking place from October 31 to November 3 on…
Festivals
How Thanksgiving Day is Celebrated in Peru
You won't find the customary American trappings of turkey and gravy, but the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday is very much enshrined in Peruvian tradition. Día de Acción…
Reflections on Qoyllur Rit’i
Read this first-hand description of the Qoyllur Rit'i festival experience, authored by Barbara Coon. A veteran adventure traveler who has explored China, Pakistan and Nepal, she and her husband,…
Cajon – Peruvian rhythm and beyond
The cajón is little more than a wooden box with a hole in it, yet it is one of the world's most popular percussion instruments in the world…
All Arts Festival underway in hommage to Arguedas
This weekend, Peru’s highland city of Andahuayas is celebrating the artistic spirit of its native son Jose Maria Arguedas, the writer and anthropologist whose life was spent understanding and celebrating Andean culture.