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Peruvian Hairless Dog, the Lord of Sipan and the stone citadel of Machu Picchu are the three main sources of pride of Peru, revealed the contest “the 10 pride of Peru” convened by the virtual page of the Municipality of Lima, promoter of the event .

For its part, the Peruvian food was also included in the list. The Seco de Cabrito well as the ceviche.

In the icon category, the Tumi, It is a ceremonial knife of the Lambayeque period, beating the National Flag of Peru. Continue reading

El perro peruano sin pelo, el Señor de Sipán y la ciudadela pétrea de Machu Picchu constituyen los tres principales  motivos de orgullo peruano, reveló el concurso “los 10 orgullos del Perú” convocado por la página virtual de la Municipalidad de Lima , promotora del certamen.

Por su parte, la comida peruana también fue incluida en la lista. El Seco de cabrito asi como el Cebiche.

En la categoría Ícono, el Tumi, cuchillo ceremonial del periodo Lambayeque, supero a la Bandera Nacional de Perú. Continue reading

Taking advantage of the influx of tourists in the city of Cusco, the provincial municipality of Acomayo with the regional government of Cusco will promote eco-tourism with a visit from the circuit of four lakes and colonial churches that hold paintings of the Cusco School.

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Lima

Peru’s capital and most populous city is underrated, so don’t make the common mistake of heading straight out of town. With an Inca Kola in hand, this is a great place to go shopping in handicraft markets, which offer goods from all over Peru at bargain prices. Take a guided tour of the city’s highlights, including the Larco Museum, an archaeological gem with colorful gardens and a full wing dedicated to ancient erotic art. Watch parasailers from the seaside view at the Parque del Amor and explore the San Francisco church and convent, which has underground catacombs filled with neatly organized bones and skulls as well as a painting of the Last Supper showing the apostles sitting down to a meal of guinea pig. Pass an evening in Parque Kennedy in the trendy neighborhood of Miraflores, admiring paintings displayed by local artists and grabbing dinner at one of the restaurants that make up Pizza Alley.

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I do not believe that poverty is an obstacle to overcome, many poor people stand out even more, says Alexandra Leiva, a smiling teenage fellow of the College and President of the Republic, educational institution attending the best students in the country.

Two young men came yesterday to the city of Cusco to make one of their most cherished dream: to know the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Richard Vargas Pine, Cusco Together headquarters, said that both girls were covered by the program of direct support to the poorest in Ancash, and that by virtue of their high academic performance have been rewarded with this trip. It is the first time to the effort is rewarded with a tour of this magnitude, and placed the cornerstone for the rest of young people who wish to overcome the country will follow suit.

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Como parte de la fiesta en honor de la Virgen del Carmen, más de 2,000 turistas nacionales y extranjeros apreciaron el amanecer, un impresionante espectáculo natural por la variedad de colores y formas originadas por la salida del Sol en el sector Tres Cruces de Oro, situado entre las provincias de Paucartambo (Cusco) y Manu (Madre de Dios).

Desde tempranas horas, el público enrumbó al lugar, ubicado a dos horas de la provincia de Paucartambo, a bordo de vehículos interprovinciales y particulares por un camino de trocha.

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Among the many images of the Virgin Mary, under the name of Carmen that exist in the world, there is one that attracts the attention of Catholic parishioners, not just for its unique beauty but by the great affection with the locals and visitors honored even received the canonical coronation. This is the “Mamacha Carmen revered in Paucartambo Province in our region of Cusco.

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Entre tantas imágenes de la Virgen María, bajo la advocación del Carmen que existen en el mundo entero, hay una que atrae la atención de los feligreses católicos, no sólo por su singular belleza sino por el enorme cariño con que la honran los lugareños y visitantes, incluso recibió la coronación canónica. Se trata de la “Mamacha del Carmen” venerada en la provincia de Paucartambo, en nuestra región del Cusco.

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The Peruvian flag will fly the Lake Titicaca and the floating islands of Uros on July 28 as part of the most important activities to be undertaken in the department of Puno in the 189th anniversary commemoration of patriotism.

The two colors will be carried in two rafts of reeds and with the participation of local authorities and students of seven educational institutions.

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La bandera del Perú surcará el lago Titicaca y las islas flotantes de Los Uros el 28 de julio, como parte de las actividades más importantes que se realizarán en el departamento de Puno por la conmemoración del 189° aniversario patrio.

La bicolor será transportada en dos balsas de totora y se contará con la participación de las autoridades locales y alumnos de siete instituciones educativas.

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