But the ruins already bore a charcoal inscription: "A. Lizárraga, 1902." That was Agustín Lizárraga, a Peruvian farmer from Cusco. He had already done some preliminary clearing work at the site ...

The Inca Trail draws large crowds, which can compromise your hike's quality. If you crave quieter treks with even better ...

On the morning of July 24, 1911, an enterprising lecturer-explorer from Yale University set off in a cold drizzle to investigate rumors of ancient Inca ruins in Peru. The explorer chopped his way ...

Peruvian authorities have guaranteed tourist services are to remain operational in Machu Picchu despite the recent declaration of emergency by the federal government. As per Supreme Decree 020 ...

Here’s a cool fact to share with children visiting Machu Picchu in Peru—the place probably would ... wrote of his first encounter with the ruins in 1911 high in the Andes.

Today a UNESCO World Heritage Site with expansive ruins open to visitors, it sits high on a peak in the Peruvian Andes and is accessed via train or on foot. Here are some tips to help you navigate ...

At the top of every adventurer’s list is Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that’s home to impressively preserved 15th-century Incan ruins. Set where the Peruvian Andes meet the Amazon ...

Peru is a country rich in history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture. Whether you are an adventure seeker, a ...

The Peruvian government will invest an estimated 35.7 million US dollars in archeological research in the Machu Picchu ruins area of influence. The announcement was made this week by Fernando ...