Authentic Peru

05/03/2015

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25/02/2015

We love these pics. Peru really is THIS spectacular. And if this doesn't make you want to visit, not sure what will.

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16/02/2015

Lake Titicaca (Puno)

An important lake in Andean mythology, from which, according to legend, Manco Cápac and Mama Ocllo, children of the Sun god and founders of the Inca Empire, emerged. Peru and Bolivia share sovereignty over this navigable lake, which is the highest in the world at 3,810 masl. It has an area of 8,559 km2 and has a maximum depth of 283 metres. The annual average temperature of its waters varies, from between 9°C and 15°C from October to May, and from -14°C to -2°C, June to September. The lake works as a temperature regulator for the area regulator for the area; if it did not exist, the chance of any type of life would be nil. The Peruvian side has various islands, including Amantaní, Taquile, Ticonata, Suasi, Soto and Anapia (natural islands) and the floating areas created by the Uros (artificial islands). Totora (cat-tail) reeds grow on its shores, in which various birds and fish like carachi, catfish and the suche (which is endangered) live. These are all native species, valued because they are very nutritious. They coexist with trout and smelt, both species that have been introduced into the lake. More info to [email protected]

11/02/2015

Candamo, the last forest without men!

An adventure at the heart of the Eden Peruvian - Tambopata-Candamo, Perú

The twilight of the evening of January will never in my mind, the feelings of my more vivid adventurous soul could not be described in words, but my senses kept stoked that i remember from one of the most beautiful experiences of my life. Never before had heard of Tambopata in the region of Madre de Dios, always thought that Peru was only Machu Picchu, ceviche, and pisco, very basic concepts of what they actually meant my trip to Peru, a country that demonstrates not only the warmth of a human being happy and prosperous, but also emphasizes the beauty, uniqueness, magnitude, biodiversity and personality of its nature, a country that has it all, and within it a jungle that is still the best treasures saved of Eden.
I invite you to learn about this ecological paradise where the contact with the nature changed my way of seeing to Peru and substantially improved my experience as a traveler, I am happy to share with you that in our world there are still virgin places where contact with a living nature and innocent still flourishes and shines in all its fullness. I will return to Tambopata-Candamo , eager to continue to discover more of your abundant life, but especially to continue being myself in a place where it is worth enjoying not only with the senses but also with the heart. J. L. Walker. USA

09/02/2015

An adventure at the heart of the Eden Peruvian - Tambopata-Candamo, Perú

The twilight of the evening of January will never in my mind, the feelings of my more vivid adventurous soul could not be described in words, but my senses kept stoked that i remember from one of the most beautiful experiences of my life. Never before had heard of Tambopata in the region of Madre de Dios, always thought that Peru was only Machu Picchu, ceviche, and pisco, very basic concepts of what they actually meant my trip to Peru, a country that demonstrates not only the warmth of a human being happy and prosperous, but also emphasizes the beauty, uniqueness, magnitude, biodiversity and personality of its nature, a country that has it all, and within it a jungle that is still the best treasures saved of Eden.
I invite you to learn about this ecological paradise where the contact with the nature changed my way of seeing to Peru and substantially improved my experience as a traveler, I am happy to share with you that in our world there are still virgin places where contact with a living nature and innocent still flourishes and shines in all its fullness. I will return to Tambopata-Candamo , eager to continue to discover more of your abundant life, but especially to continue being myself in a place where it is worth enjoying not only with the senses but also with the heart. J. L. Walker. USA

06/02/2015

Kuélap Fortified Citadel (Luya)

Iconic tourism and archaeological site in the north-west of Peru. The political, religious, administrative and military centre (500 - 1450 A.D.) of the Chachapoyas civilization. The entire citadel is surrounded by a long wall with a perimeter of 1,900 metres. There are three entrances, two on the east side and one on the west. The entrances have unique and interesting features, becoming increasingly narrow further into the citadel until there is only room for one person at a time. There are two clearly defined levels inside the citadel. Visit to Kuelap, Come to Peru. [email protected]

03/02/2015

The fortress of Kuelap or Cuélap (Chachapoyas, Amazonas, Perú)

Associated with the Chachapoyas culture, consists of a walled city, with massive exterior stone walls surrounding more than four hundred buildings. The complex, situated on a ridge overlooking the Utcubamba Valley in northern Peru, is roughly 600 meters in length and 110 meters in width. It could have been built to defend against the Huari or other hostile peoples. However, evidence of these hostile groups at the site is minimal. Radiocarbon dating samples show that construction of the structures started in the 6th century AD and the complex was occupied until the Early Colonial period (1532-1570). Through the pre-Columbian, conquest and colonial periods, there are only four brief written references to Kuelap. It was rediscovered in 1843.

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29/01/2015

National park of the Rio Abiseo - Región San Martín, Perú

It was created in 1983 and declared Patrimony of the Humanity for the UNESCO in 1990. It counts with a surface of 274.520 that you have. and an altitude that goes from the 350 to 4.349 msnm. The forests characterize for pronounced presence of plants epifitas, that live on the branches of the trees or rocks, as well as orchids and bromelias. The area contains a big diversity of ferns and medicinal plants like the ojé (Picus antihelmintica), blood of grade (Croton lechleri) and fingernail of cat (Uncaria tomentosa), between others. The fauna is very varied, between the main mammals species we have to the pretty mussel of yellow tail (Lagothrix flavicauda), the taruca (Hippocamelus antisensis), the bear of glasses (Tremarctos decorations), the jaguar (Panther onca), the maquisapa goosefoot (Tie them belzebuth). Between the most out-standing birds there are the Andean condor (Vultur gryphus), the real vulture (Sarcoramphus swallows), the parrot of yellow head (Amazon ochrocephala), and also big variety of fish, reptiles and insects. The park lodges more than thirty pre-Columbian archaeological deposits of big importance.

28/01/2015

If you're looking for a little luxury, Peru has it. According to TripAdvisor, 7 hotels in Peru have made their Top 25 Hotels in South America List for Traveler's Choice. http://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cTop-g13

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27/01/2015

Tarapoto, Peru

Tarapoto offers the tourist and businessman a variety of comfortable hotels and hostels as well as recreation and activity centres in Tarapoto and the surrounding area, including the well-equipped Puerto Palmeras resort and adventure holiday center just outside the city.

There are attractive areas of countryside close at hand where you can see the flora and fauna of the area and waterfalls. There are opportunities for adventure expeditions including white water rafting and canoeing trips.

There is also of course a wide variety of local food and dishes, locally-produced alcoholic drinks such as uvachado (made with grapes and aguardiente) the medicinal siete raices (made with medicinal tree roots and barks) and chuchuhuasi.