Choquequirao, basic information - CUSCO - PERU

What does Choquequirao mean? Choquequirao is a Quechua word that means 'Cradle of Gold'. The name comes from the nomination of a hill near the archaeological site. Where it is located?Choquequirao is located in one of the fringes of the snowy Salkantay, north of the Apurímac River. It is currently located in the Santa Teresa district, La Convencion province, Cusco department, Peru. How high is it? Choquequirao is located 3,033 meters above sea...

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The magic of snowy Salkantay - CUSCO - PERU

The snowy Salkantay (Wild Mountain), is one of the highest mountains in the Cusco region, along with the snowy Ausangate in the Vilcanota mountain range which is located further south, this snowy has two types of peaks, which years ago they had some differences between them, but today after the collapse of the Serac to the WEST of the snowy mountain, it shows that both tops are really identical. SALKANTAY TREK INFORMATION The summit to the WEST...

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Mountain of the Seven Colors of Palccoyo

Mountain of the Seven Colors of Palccoyo: weather, hours and tipsWhat is the weather like in the Mountain of the Seven Colors in Palccoyo?Palccoyo Mountain has a cold climate due to its proximity to the snowy Ausangate. The temperature can drop below 0ºC. That is why, at some times of the year, the slopes are covered in snow. What to see in the Palccoyo mountain?In addition to being a natural attraction of incomparable beauty, the Mountain of the...

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ONE DAY TOURS CUSCO - RAINBOW MOUNTAIN AND HUMANTAY LAKE

Trek to the Rainbow Mountain 7 Colors Mountain Tour - This picturesque summit used to be an attractive 4 day trek to the snowy Ausangate. Over the years, this mountain gained popularity on its own. Today, the most widespread way to visit this summit is through a tour. There are 1-day and 2-day services. Most include transportation, food, entrance fees and professional guide. In the city of Cuzco there are many tourism agencies offering these services. Traveling...

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Waqrapukara is declared a National Cultural Heritage

Waqrapukara is a new tourist attraction that remains almost unknown until today. The tour is suitable for those seeking a spirituality that is drowned in the sea of ​​commercial tours. Waqrapukara is a pre-Inca archaeological complex located in the Acomayo province within the Cusco region, near the Apurímac River. The main construction is located on platforms, squares and a so-called «Bosque de Piedras». From its height of 4,140 meters above sea...

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What to see in Qeswachaka Bridge?

Q´eswachaca Bridge One of the most precious gifts that the Inca has given us is this suspension bridge that lies over the Apurímac River. Made from straw brava or ichu icho, this wonder is renewed year after year through a rite performed by the communities of Winch'iri, Chaupibanda, Ccollana Quehue and Perccaro. Therefore, do not miss the opportunity to cross its 28 meters long which will make you experience adrenaline to the fullest in this beautiful...

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Nevado Ausangate tourist attraction of Cusco

Ausangate is the representative mountain of the Andes of Cusco and Peru. It is located in the Vilcanota mountain range and is one of the most difficult areas to enter and that is very rare in Peru. Its main climate is 6,372 meters above sea level with large lagoons with a bright green / blue color. In addition there are rocks that make the area like a paradise and very modern. The Trek Ausangate is an indescribable adventure, and it is impossible...

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Rainbow Mountain useful information

The mountain of the seven colors (VINICUNCA) is one of the most majestic attractions present on the way to the apu AUSANGATE, it is said to be a place that demonstrates a new opportunity for everyone who visits, this belief has its beginning in the saying "if you want to see the rainbow you have to face the storm" which teaches us that there is always a reward for our efforts as well as a new opportunity. It is listed by NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC magazine...

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Origin of the Rainbow Mountain - Ausangate

Without a doubt this is a question that many would like to clarify, thanks to the great consultation of our travelers we decided to carry out an investigation to keep them much more informed: In order to understand how the colorful mountain was formed we must first understand how mountains are formed, for this we resort to geology and orogeny and thus have a much clearer and of course scientific idea. MORE INFORMATION OF RAINBOW MOUNTAIN HIKE The...

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INFORMATION OF HUMANTAY MOUNTAIN

The Humantay Lagoon is the most beautiful lake in Cusco, and it certainly surprises us every day, it is a turquoise lake and is in the middle of the Andes mountains. The Humantay lagoon is formed as a result of the snow thaw of Humantay, part of the Salkantay mountain. What differentiates the Humantay Lagoon from other lagoons, is the natural color that it has because not having much marine flora in its waters it has an indescribable color in words,...

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History and importance of Waqrapukara

Waqrapukara is a new tourist attraction that remains almost unknown until today. The tour is suitable for those seeking a spirituality that drowns in the sea of ​​commercial tours. Waqrapukara is a pre-Inca archaeological complex located in the province of Acomayo within the region of Cusco, near the Apurimac River. The main building is located on platforms, squares and a so-called "Stone Forest". From its height of 4,140 m.a.s.l., it offers spectacular...

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Qeswachaca Bridge in Cusco

Queswachaca is a rope bridge made with Inca techniques and knowledge which has been transmitted from generation to generation until today for approximately 600 years. The Queswachaca bridge is over the waters of the Apurimac River and belongs to the Qapaqñan road network. The Queswachaca suspension bridge is known as the last Inca bridge and is located in the region of Cusco, Canas province and Qhuehue district. If you want to know more, keep reading...

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