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Peruvian New Year traditions:
Fill your pockets with lentils for prosperity!
Eat twelve grapes under the table at midnight while saying the name of each month for luck!
Your pockets must always have money!
Wear something yellow to bring in the New Year!
Give yourself 3 days to discover this hidden paradise. Complete the route to the Gocta waterfall on horseback or by foot, visit the cloud fortress of Kuelap next and finally, visit the breathtaking collection of 200 mummies in the Leymebamba museum.
In February every year, over 40,000 dancers and 200 music bands celebrate for over 2 weeks around Lake Titicaca in veneration of the Virgin Mary. The Candelaria Festival is the reason that Puno gained its title of ‘Folkloric Capital of the Americas’.
Hailed as one of the most traditional Peruvian festivals, the Inti Raymi is the ‘Festival of the Sun’. As it coincides with the winter solstice, the locals ask the sun to return by celebrating with dance, music and demonstrations of the great Inca Empire.
In certain parts of Peru, no meal is complete without chicha! It is a staple in Peruvian culture, made by boiling and then straining maize. The drink was extremely popular amongst the high Inca ranks, earning its name the ‘Nectar of the Incas’.
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In Peru, Christmas celebrations begin on Christmas Eve or 'Noche Buena' (meaning 'the good night'). This is usually celebrated by going for a special Christmas service called Misa de Gallo or Rooster Mass, followed by a hearty meal.
The first 5-star hotel on rails in South America! This luxury train is filled with exquisite details, that intensify the pleasure of traveling through a beautiful and constantly changing landscape!
Did you know that for the first time in history #Dakar2019 was held in a single country - Peru. Ica was one of the destinations. Also known as the City of Eternal Sunshine, its pristine sand dunes, the Huacachina oasis and famous vineyards await the not-so-faint hearted!
Imagine walking amongst the monkeys and the birds upon the trees 35 mts. above the ground! Iquito’s rainforest canopies gives you the unique opportunity to take in the best of Peru’s rainforests from the perfect vantage point!
In typical Peruvian fashion, the entire community comes together on Easter to decorate the local streets with extensive carpet-like decorations made using flowers to welcome the world-famous processions. It is nothing short of a magnificent sight - full of culture and tradition.
In the month of March every year, the annual festival of Vendimia or Grape Harvest in Ica is a celebration of pisco, wine and cachina - liquors derived from the grapes harvested in this region. Think grape-stomping treats, gastronomic delights and world-renowned piscos.
It is unpardonable to visit Peru and forget to reward your tastebuds with the internationally-renowned and award-winning Peruvian cocoa! Take a sip of the indulgent hot chocolate and get a glimpse of true ambrosia. This is definitely a must taste when in Peru!
It does not get more Peruvian than a ‘Triple’ (tɾi-ple) sandwich! A typical ‘Triple’ will have tomato, avocado and boiled egg, but there are so many versions of this iconic sandwich that it will almost always spark an animated debate between Peruvians discussing their favorite!
After a long and hectic week, Peruvian families often get together for a Sunday brunch. Typically a lavish spread, the idea is to share the best and the worst of the week gone by with your loved ones and start the new week afresh!
After a long day, nothing takes away all the exhaustion better than watching the sun slowly descend between the majestic Andes. Like something out of an old painting, Peru’s sunsets are the best in the world!
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Rocoto relleno aka stuffed hot pepper, is a perfect testament to the flavours and wonder that Peruvian picanterias has to offer. Arequipa's delicious picanterías have become internationally renowned! The authentic taste of the picanterías is a must have for all!
Taquile Island, floating in the heart of Lake Titicaca. Life is simple and tranquil here. Weaving techniques are learned by one and all from an early age: a legacy that remains in force and is passed on from generation to generation.
No Peruvian can resist Choclo con Queso on a bright and pleasant day! This is a giant corn on the cob with fresh cheese, resembling the Indian ‘Bhutta’. Choclo Con Queso is very popular as a street food favourite. Lookout for one when in Cusco!
Let’s take a walk down the streets of Barranco, Lima. The street art and the colourful buildings promise to make any passerby stop in their tracks in sheer admiration. At night, the moody skies clear up and make for a beautiful and peaceful stroll.