Monesterio de Santa Catalina
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After a quick shower and change, we changed gears completely and toured a 16th century monastary that is actually a UNESCO world heritage site. We had a fantastic guide, which really helped it come toLeer más
After a quick shower and change, we changed gears completely and toured a 16th century monastary that is actually a UNESCO world heritage site. We had a fantastic guide, which really helped it come toLeer más
We toured a quarry where the white stone made from the ash of volcanic eruptions was hardened. This material is used in the construction of the Basilica and many other structures in Arequipa. The nextLeer más
And finally, a walk through a slot canyon with pre-Incan petroglyphs. It was a gorgeous and interesting walk. And stacked stones EVERYWHERE at the canyon entrance and exit points. Nice sunset views ofLeer más
The highest place I've ever been outside of an airplane at 16,100 ft. From this viewpoint we could see essentially a ring of about 10 volcanoes. And one erupted while we watched!! Super cool...and,Leer más
We stopped in a small town in the Colca valley. While there was some interesting history, all I could think was "tourist trap". The dance is Quechua, called Wipiti, where the male warriors dressed andLeer más
We made it to Colca Canyon this morning, and got a great view of several Andean Condors, the largest flying bird in the world. They were spectacular, and seemed to have a sixth sense: none would beLeer más
Today was a travel day. About 15 hours of travel, mostly by bus to get from Arequipa to Cuzco. We did stop at Lagunillas, near Puno and Lake Titicaca for a pit stop, where I met my "fluffy.". He isLeer más
Interesting tour of the Basilica here in Cuzco. There is a famous art school here and it's work is all over Peru. The paintings/sculptures are described as "Andean Baroque", and we're painted in theLeer más
Another convent, this one with a setup for tourists explaining how the Incan stone architecture underlies pretty much all of the churches and old buildings in Cusco. Once you know what to look for,Leer más
Viajero Beautiful.
Viajero
Lovely
Viajero
Nice pic