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indigenous communities
Culture
Martin Chambi: The Man who Revolutionized Peruvian Photography
For photographer Martin Chambi, the Peruvian Andes always held the greatest treasures. Learn more about the man behind the lens and his work.
Traveling in Peru
5 Tips to Immerse Yourself While Traveling in Peru
Take these five tips to heart in order to enjoy the local culture, food and people. You'll be sure to have a life-changing adventure when traveling in Peru.
The latest news about Peru
Peruvian Judge Protects Indigenous Amazon Land from Oil Exploration
A judge ruled that the state-owned petroleum company Petroperu cannot conduct oil exploration and exploitation in Sierra del Divisor in the Amazon.
Environment
New Oil Drilling in Peru’s Amazon Criticized at UN’s COP25
Amazon Watch and indigenous leaders presented a report revealing plans for oil drilling in large areas of untouched Amazon forest.
Environment
Illegal Loggers and Executives Charged with Indigenous Activists Deaths
Four indigenous activists were killed in 2014. Five men, including illegal loggers, have been charged with carrying out the crime.
The latest news about Peru
State of Emergency in Cusco Mining Corridor
Peru's government declared a state of emergency in the Apurímac-Cusco-Arequipa corridor, also known as the mining corridor.
Traveling in Peru
Attending Mass in Quechua with Viacha Villagers in the Sacred Valley
I will never forget my first visit to Viacha, an isolated high Andean community in the Sacred Valley where I went with other curious friends.
Culture
Potato Park Adventures: Meaningful Connection Above the Sacred Valley
Above the Sacred Valley of Peru lies a territory where communities live very traditionally. The Potato Park is one of my favorite places to visit.