Ruins vs. the archaeological complexes: How they’re getting it right with the Moche Temples
“It is said that when the anthropologists arrive, the
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City ordinance threatens late night dance clubs in Cusco’s historic center
It’s more than Inca archaeological ruins and Spanish colonial architecture that draws tourists from around the world to Cusco. For years, a significant percentage of younger travelers have flocked to the Inca capital to enjoy the pulsating, techno and samba-tinged night life that spills out onto the main square into the wee hours.
Possible alternative Inca Trail to Machu Picchu reportedly discovered
[Originally published September 22, 2011] Eleven young explorers discovered what could be a new Inca trail that connects the town of Huayopata in the province of La Convencion, with the district of Machu Picchu, El Comercio reported Thursday.
Pressure mounts to increase Machu Picchu visitor limit ahead of UNESCO expert’s visit
[Originally published September 12, 2011] Peru’s Culture Minister Susana Baca warned that allowing a major daily increase in the number of tourists to Machu Picchu could mean not only the deterioration of the Inca Citadel, but also risk the wrath of UNESCO, which could add Peru’s top tourist attraction to an infamous list of endangered sites.
Meteorite blasts through atmosphere over Cusco, possibly sparking wildfires
[Originally published August 26, 2011] The sky above Cusco was pierced on Thursday by a meteorite that burst across the horizon.