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I'm fascinated by ancient history anywhere in the world where I can view monoliths, pyramids, geoglyphs, and old customsre. In marking off one of my bucket list items of places I'd like to visit, I've been given $1,000.00 by Pinmapple. I'm going traveling. First stop: PERU. And I'm going to visit for 2 weeks an interesting place full of sites, sounds, aromas, customs, and mysterious wonders of the world.
After reading @digi-me's post about his visit to Peru 15 years ago, I'm even more excited to plan my trip. Thanks for your awesome photos and description of the country.
All travel guides suggest that I stay at least a week in order to take in all that the region has to offer. However, in order to accomplish everything on my to-do list in terms of sightseeing the different regions, I'll need two weeks. The cost of the trip might range between $3,000 and $4,000.00. No matter. I've been saving, so I'll just add the remainder to my $1,000 from Pinmapple. The bulk of the trip's cost is for air travel.
PERU is a country located in Western South America. It is bordered by four countries: Colombia, Bolivia, Chile, Brazil, Ecuador and the Pacific Ocean.1 Peru is famously known as the Land of the Incas. I'm more interested in their ancient history, architecture, and archeological treasures, so I'll spend most of my two weeks in Cusco and Mach Picchu to visit ancient ruins. I won't be surprised to see llamas and alpacas.
Where you spend most of your time is determined by your interests. If you love the main attractions Peru has to offer, then your stay will consist mostly in and around Lima.
However, my primary focus is to visit the Nazca Lines constructed by the ancient people. For that, I need to spend more time in Cusco. Then, I'll visit the ancient ruins in Machu Picchu.
Now, I'll begin my vacation. Come along with me.
DAY 1 - 4: LIMA, PERU
The Spanish called Lima "the King of Cities" when they founded it in 1535. It's the capital of Peru near the Pacific coast. I see there are several hotels to choose from for my stay, so that will not be a problem.
Lima will be my starting destination, since it will be the city I will fly into and out of on my return from visiting the other amazing sites in Peru.
There are just too many attractions to see in Lima. But I can't bypass the Basilica and Cathedral.
Tourists Attractions:
- Plaza de Amas, Lima
- Larco Museum
- Cathedrals
- Historical sites
- Beautiful beaches
- Park of The Reserves2
Plaza de Amas, Lima
This place is viewed as the core of the city, as well as its birthplace.
Image of Plaza de Armas by Allan Grey from Wikipedia.org
Basicila and Cathedral
Isn't that a beautiful site.
Image of the Basicila and Cathefral by By Capomo81 from Wikipedia.org
Park Of The Reserves
This beautiful water park is breathtaking. The Magic Water Tour, located in downtown Lima, will be an amazing site to stroll through when the sun goes down. I'll be able to take in the beauty of the water parks.
Image by Capomo300 from Wikipedia.org
Image by Martin Toy from Wikipedia.org
Image of Lights by Martin Garcia from Wikipedia
Image by Martin Garcia from Wikipedia
Food Culture
I'm not one to venture too much from my normal foods, but I've read the food in Peru is excellent and a must try..at least once. The local dishes I think will be something of an adventure itself.
Image of Peruvian Food by JoseAlbertoAyala from Pixabay
Image of Peruvian vendor by _Dianna from Pixabay
DAY 5-8: Cusco
The entire city and surrounding area of Cusco has been designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. I can understand this due to the cultural and historical importance of the ancient Inca people.
Image of train/railway station by LoggaWiggler from Pixabay
Image by Martin Lang from Wikipedia
Images of Cusco.
Image of Cusco by jdbenthein from Pixabay
The Plaza de Amas in Cusco.
Image of the Plaza de Amas by alfcermed from Pixabay
Image of Cusco street by renzonapa from Pixabay
The customs the people observe include figures from their history beautifully decorated.
Image of Festival by karlomanson from Pixabay
Cusco woman. Look at how beautifully clothed she is. The array of colors are amazing. The hand weaving is lovely.
Image of Cusco woman by dehmarion from Pixabay
Nazca Lines
This next adventure I'll have to book a tour via plane to see the Nazca Lines. Lying about 200 miles southeast of Lima in Cusco lies is Peru's greatest mystery. There, over 300 geoglyphs related to animals, humans, and plants. Numerous theories exist as to why these impressions in the soil were made by the ancient Inca people. It's absolutely amazing the accomplishments of all ancient people in producing magnificent works that have withstood centuries of changes in climate and their surrounding environments to still be imprinted on this Earth for us to enjoy. It's our duty to preserve it all as best we can and not destroy.
Below are a few of these wonderful and mysterious lines:
Image of Spider by Diego Delso from Wikipedia.org
Image - Hummingbird by Diego Delso from Wikipedia
Image of Tree by Diego Delso from Wikipedia.org
Image of Monkey by Diego Delso from Wikipedia.org
DAY 9 - 11: Machu Picchu
Today, I'm traveling to Machu Picchu. It's located 70 miles southeast of Cusco. This city has been on my list of famous places to visit because it's the most popular tourist attraction and most visited place in Peru. Not only that, the city has now become one of new seven wonders of the modern world.
The city of Machu Picchu lies above The Sacred Valley. It contains complex structures from the Inca culture within the Machu Picchu Archaeological Park. It 's in a remote location. Most archeologists believe it was built as an estate for the Incan Emperor.4
Image by Pedro Szekely from Wikimedia.org
Sacred Valley
Known also for the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Machu Picchu is a breathtaking pilgrimage that should be placed on anyone's bucket list. The Sacred Valley lies between Cusco and Machu Picchu.
Imge by Emmanuel DYAN from Wikimedia.org
Image of the Sacred Valley by evita-ochel from Pixabay
Image of the Sacred Valley by Loretta Lynn from Pixabay
Image of the Sacred Valley by ideasam from Pixabay
Pisac Marketplace
Of course, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention Pisac located at the mouth of the Sacred Valley. It is known also for its Incan ruins. Perhaps the famous aspect is marketplace. Every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday it holds events that attracts heavy tourism from nearby Cusco. 3
I'll definitely put this market on my list as I love to shop. My knees might not hold up with all the sightseeing and walking, so I'll have to figure out something so I can cruise the marketplace.
So happy I packed extra luggage to hold all my antiques and accessories I plan to purchase.
Final note from the travel agency. I was told not to haggle about price. I'll need help with that, as I'm always trying to secure a bargain.
Image by ESkog from Wikimedia.org
Image by Itai Hermelin from Wikimedia.org
So, I've finished my adventure in Peru, ending in Machu Pichhu. I plan to return to Lima today. I'll rest before boarding the plane to return home. I must say, it was all I expected it to be.
I hope you enjoyed my layout of all that Peru has to offer.
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1 Peru. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peru
2 List of Tourist Attractions in Lima, Peru. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_tourist_attractions_in_Lima
3 Pisac, Peru. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pisac
4 Machu Picchu. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machu_Picchu
Ohhhhh machu pitchu I want to go there to. And Peru has the best and most Colorful clothing ever seen. I think it’s a great blog and a great pin for the map. We did a lot of them and encouraged a lot of redfishrally in our contest and teaching days !
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