The Road to Machu Picchu: Cómo Se Llama?
Before the trip to Peru, we were all warned about the altitude of Cusco. Cusco was once the capital of the Inca empire and has an elevation of 11,152 feet above sea level. With that knowledge, we all ate food riched with iron and high in carb prior to the trip. We were also told […]
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The Road to Machu Picchu, Part 1
The road to Machu Picchu was filled with laughter and mishaps. It all started on Saturday, August 11. We had a 5 am flight which means we need to leave our hotel by 3 am. So at 2:15 am, the Virgo and I was up and getting ready. After a final sweep of the room, […]
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The Art of Lima: Barranco
Barranco is one district in Lima, Peru. The district is the city’s most romantic and bohemian area. It is the SoHo of Lima. Barranco stands out in an otherwise gloomy city. Its walls are filled with street art, and the buildings are bright and colorful, offering a bit of a respite from Lima‘s grey skies. […]
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La Mercado (Market) de Chorrillos
Before heading to Barranco, we stopped at the local market in Chorrillos. For an incredible glimpse into Peruvian products,this is a must to visit with a local tour guide. The area is an explosion of color of fresh fruits and vegetables. During the tour, we found out that are over 4,000 types of potatoes, 55 types of […]
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