Girl Power in Colonial Peru: Santa Rosa of Lima Backstory
Happy Santa Rosa de Lima Day! Today Peru celebrates the patron saint of Latin America. But while we're at it, let's give a nod to…
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The History of Surfing in Peru
Boasting two world surfing champions — Felipe Pomar in 1965 and Sofía Mulánovich in 2003 — it’s no secret that Peru is a surfing haven. But the history of surfing in Peru dates back much, much farther than 1965, and it may even be the birthplace of the sport.
Want to know a Real Indiana Jones? Tomb Raiding Tales of Peter O’Toole
So who was the real Indiana Jones? Most point to Hiram Bingham, the scientific "discoverer" of Machu Picchu. Many more say Hollywood's most beloved tomb…
Disputed landladies of Machu Picchu seek humongous back rent
The sisters, in their late 50s, perhaps early 60s, stand in line to enter Machu Picchu. Once inside the ruins, they make their emotionally charged claim that they’re the rightful owners of the iconic Inca citadel.
The Inca Sun of Suns Could be Returned to Cusco – by Donald Trump?
[Originally published September 21, 2017] The ancient Inca emblem known as the “Sun of Suns” looms large on the principal avenues and government buildings throughout Cusco.