Peruvian history

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.

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.

Peruvian photographer, Martin Chambi, will be posthumously honored in a ceremony declaring his work as a Cultural Patrimony of Peru.

When Conquistador Jeronimo de Aliaga reached Peru from Panama, he must never have thought that the plot of land given…

For thousands of years, the communities of Peru’s high plateau were able to tame the harsh nature of their surroundings…

The ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is a feat of gravity and genius. The Vagabrothers, an entertaining YouTube duo,…

Yes, you have heard about the Incas but, what about the other Pre-Columbian cultures that inhabited Peru? These cultures date back to as early as 2500 BC.