Diego Quispe Tito is one of Peru’s most celebrated artists. He is known for his stunning paintings and his role in the Cusco School of Art. He lived during the 17th century, when cultures collided in the Andes, creating new and fascinating art styles. Although we don’t know too much about his life, this article […]
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Discover Cusco’s Andean Colonial Architecture
Welcome to Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire—a city where history and beauty unite! Our charming city shows the Incas, the greatest empire in the Americas, and their greatest achievements. However, this powerful empire ended because of the Spanish conquest. After the fall of the Incas, Spaniards brought their traditions, culture, religion, and more. […]
The Most Popular Cultural Celebrations in Peru
Peru holds over 6,000 cultural celebrations and here we have gathered 5 of the most popular so you can experience the best on your next vacation trip!
Corpus Christi In Cusco: All you Need to Know
The vibrant celebration gathers “Cusqueños” (Cusco citizens) of all social groups to dance, sing, flood the streets, and have fun. The celebration consists of a procession of 15 huge statues all over the Cusco Historic Centre. However, first, let’s see some history of this special celebration.