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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
How many days do I need to visit Machu Picchu? Guide to plan your trip New

Machu Picchu

How many days do I need to visit Machu Picchu? Guide to plan your trip

Introduction Machu Picchu is the main tourist attraction in Peru and one of the most important archaeological sites in the world. […]

B Brishet Valle
7 min
Is it worth visiting the Sacred Valley of the Incas? Discover why it is one of the essential destinations in Cusco New

Machu Picchu

Is it worth visiting the Sacred Valley of the Incas? Discover why it is one of the essential destinations in Cusco

Introduction The Sacred Valley of the Incas is one of the most important historical and cultural regions of Cusco. Located […]

B Brishet Valle
20 min
Red Valley of Cusco: discover the tour that complements the visit to the Mountain of Colors New

Machu Picchu

Red Valley of Cusco: discover the tour that complements the visit to the Mountain of Colors

Introduction Discover one of the most surprising geological landscapes of the Vilcanota mountain range. The Red Valley has become […]

B Brishet Valle
15 min
Pachamama: meaning, history and importance in the Andean worldview New

Machu Picchu

Pachamama: meaning, history and importance in the Andean worldview

Index 1. What does the word Pachamama really mean? The word Pachamama comes from the Quechua language and is one of the […]

B Brishet Valle
22 min
Huatia in Cusco: history, preparation and meaning of an ancestral Andean tradition New

Machu Picchu

Huatia in Cusco: history, preparation and meaning of an ancestral Andean tradition

Index 1. What is huatia and why is it a unique tradition of the Andes? The huatia is a […]

B Brishet Valle
20 min
Cusco markets: what to see, what to eat and what to buy during your trip New

Gastronomía

Cusco markets: what to see, what to eat and what to buy during your trip

Introduction The traditional markets of Cusco are part of spaces that allow you to discover a different dimension of the city. Further […]

B Brishet Valle
18 min