The first Spaniards to see Cusco were three ruffians sent from “Caj amarca” by Pizarro early in 1533 to speed up the collection of treasure for “Atawallpa’ s” ransom. They came and went, leaving posterity no word of their reactions. Not long afterwards, literate Spaniards arrived, and were hugely impressed by the great structures of … Leer más

The Coca leafs in Cusco is controversial, but misunderstood. Cocaine is to coca as ivory is to elephants: a derivative, and very different from the whole beast. Cocaine is obtained by chemically extracting the principal alkaloid from the coca leaf, and dumping all the rest. Most cocaine users are abusers, and the effects are then … Leer más

According to an Inca myth current at the time of the conquest, the founding Incas, “Manco Capac” and “Mama Ocllo” emerged from “LakeTiticaca” at the islands of the Sun and the Moon, sent to earth by the solar and lunar deities to bring culture to a barbarous world. From there they began a lengthy quest … Leer más

At this link, there is an option for you to check the availability of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 2 day-trek or 4-day trek. Here are some important notes: The Inca Trail closes in February as it is the most intense month of the rainy season. The same availability rules apply to every agency. … Leer más