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Lord of Miracles in October: history, procession and Lima travel tips New

Culture and traditions

Lord of Miracles in October: history, procession and Lima travel tips

Learn why October is Peru's purple month, discover the history of the Lord of Miracles procession in Lima and plan a respectful visit.

GT GT Peru Travel editorial team
9 min
Virgin of the Rosary in Paucartambo 2026: dates, dances and traditions New

Culture and traditions

Virgin of the Rosary in Paucartambo 2026: dates, dances and traditions

Discover Paucartambo’s Virgin of the Rosary festival from October 6 to 8, 2026: processions, dances, the Guerrilla and travel advice from Cusco.

GT GT Peru Travel editorial team
8 min
What to pack for trekking in Peru: a complete backpack checklist New

Adventure travel

What to pack for trekking in Peru: a complete backpack checklist

Pack for a trek in Peru with practical guidance on layers, footwear, water, food, safety and gear for day or multi-day hikes.

GT GT Peru Travel Editorial Team
9 min
Saint Jerome Patron Festival in Cusco: dates, dances and living tradition New

Culture and traditions

Saint Jerome Patron Festival in Cusco: dates, dances and living tradition

Learn when the festival takes place, what happens on September 30, and how to experience its dances, procession and food respectfully.

GT GT Peru Travel Editorial Team
8 min
Señor de Huanca in Cusco: the pilgrimage, its history and the tradition of stones New

Culture and traditions

Señor de Huanca in Cusco: the pilgrimage, its history and the tradition of stones

Explore the September 14 festival, the route to the shrine, the meaning of pilgrims' stones and how to get there from Cusco.

GT GT Peru Travel Editorial Team
8 min
Machu Picchu Pueblo Anniversary: History, Festivities and Things to Do in October New

Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu Pueblo Anniversary: History, Festivities and Things to Do in October

Learn why Machu Picchu Pueblo marks its anniversary every October 1, how it is usually celebrated, and what to do in Aguas Calientes during your trip.

GT GT Peru Travel Editorial Team
9 min
Virgen de Cocharcas in Apurímac: History, Tradition and Pilgrimage New

Culture and traditions

Virgen de Cocharcas in Apurímac: History, Tradition and Pilgrimage

Discover the history of the Virgen de Cocharcas, also known as Mamacha Cocharcas, her shrine in Apurímac, the September 8 festival and practical travel advice.

GT GT Peru Travel editorial team
8 min
Pope Leo XIV in Cusco 2026: official route, schedule and Sacsayhuamán New

News

Pope Leo XIV in Cusco 2026: official route, schedule and Sacsayhuamán

See Pope Leo XIV’s official Cusco schedule for November 15, 2026: times at Saqsaywaman and the Cathedral, access updates and the full Peru itinerary.

GT GT Peru Travel editorial team
9 min
The flora and fauna of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu New

Machu Picchu

The flora and fauna of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

Introduction The Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is one of the most important natural and cultural spaces in Peru. Besides […]

B Brishet Valle
11 min