History
Culture
Lima Beans: Yes, They Come From Lima
Pallares (Phaseolus lunatus) also known as Lima beans or butter beans, are a type of legume that holds cultural and agricultural significance, particularly in the southern regions of Peru, such...
Culture
The Erotic Experience at Larco Museum
Museo Larco's erotic collection provides a fascinating look into ancient Peru's cultural and religious beliefs, offering a unique perspective on how different societies approached...
Culture
Lima’s Lord of Miracles: The October Purple Month Celebration
Experience the magic of the Señor de los Milagros procession in Lima, Peru, an awe-inspiring and revered Catholic tradition that unfolds throughout October.In the...
History
Bohemian Barranco: The First Artists
Barranco is the heart of bohemian culture in Lima and was a beach town in the 1800s. Early artists claimed Barranco as a place...
Culture
Trujillo’s Spring Festival: A Great Celebration Of Northern Peru
Trujillo's Spring Festival proves this incredible city has something for everyone: history, dance, beaches, and tradition.Northern Peru is blessed with eternal spring—in fact, the...
History
Ramón Castilla: The Man Who Made Peru
A look into the life and achievements of Ramón Castilla begins with a tongue-twister of a street name and ends with a leader who shaped Peru.
History
The History of Pachacamac—and the Stick that May Be His Effigy
Before Pachacamac was used to refer to an expansive coastal sanctuary, the name was associated with a deity—and according to some his legacy lives on thanks to a wooden stick.
Culture
Bicentennial of Peru’s Independence: What Will Take Place in 2020
Though the bicentennial of Peru's independence officially takes place on December 9, 2024, activities and celebrations have already begun. Here's what to look forward to in the coming months.
Culture
Huachuma: The San Pedro Cactus Healing Medicine
Huachuma is the Quechua word for the Andean plant medicine commonly known as San Pedro cactus. Learn about its ancient and modern uses.
Archaeology
This Archaeology Discovery in Peru is Over 3,000 Years Old
A megalithic temple found in Lambayeque is believed to have served for fertility rituals. Read on about this archaeology discovery in Peru here.
History
Tiles in the jungle: Thoughts and Reflections on Architecture in Iquitos
The rubber boom in the Amazon basin attracted Spaniards, Italians, Portuguese and Germans at the beginning of the 20th century. And the city of Iquitos...