Machu Picchu nominated to National Geographic Traveller Awards

The complex of Machu Picchu was nominated for a prize in the National Geographic Traveller Reader Awards. The Inca citadel is postulated in the "Overseas Attraction" or Attracting Overseas.

Machu Picchu competes in the category with the Grand Canyon National Park in Colorado, located in the northern state of Arizona, in the United States, and the Australian Great Barrier Reef, the largest coral reef in the world.

The Inca citadel, one of the seven wonders of the world, was inscribed on the World Heritage List of UNESCO in 1983 and is considered the most amazing urban creation of the Inca Empire and one of the most important heritage sites on the planet.

Prizes will be awarded later this month in the city of London, and will appear in the January-February edition of National Geographic Traveller magazine.

Source: El Comercio.

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Discover Peru based on your interests

InkaNatura Travel has always been known as one of the first Tour Operators for Ecotourism in Manu and Tambopata areas. Later on, as one of the official Inka Trail Tour Operators.

It is well known that times change and the tourism does it as well, and we are thrilled to introduce NEW programs that cover a wide spectrum of activities, interest and experiences. Now with possibilities to include homestay at a local house in Lake Titikaka and share the way of living, watch the condors in Colca Canyon in a 2 days/ 1 night stay or if you prefer more days, it can be done as well.

We can not forget the trek to the famed Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (one of the new seven wonders of the world) and if spots are sold out you always have the branches that once, connected other areas of the Inca Empire with Cusco & Machu Picchu such as the Weavers Route, The Quarry Trail, The Ausangate and you can not forget Choquequirao, The Craddle of Gold and these treks have other regulations and there are no restriction on the amount of persons that can hike.

If you just have 1 week to explore the country we have a specially designed program for you. It gives you a good idea of the main tourist cities of Peru such as Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu. Good hotels to stay at while discovering the #TasteOfPeru

In case you are more into a dash of adventure we have #PeruEcoAdventure&IncaTrail program. In 9 days & 8 nights explore diverse Peruvian ecosystems and learn more about wildlife in Peru Amazon area, culture and history. This is specially designed for those with love of nature and taste for light adventure. While discovering our beautiful country enjoy the diverse hotels we offer you in each destination.

For the archaeology and history lovers the #AncientTreasuresOfPeru program will allow you explore some of the most important ancient cultures of #Peru, including the Moches, Chimus and the amazing Incas. A great overview of the 3 of the most important cultures that developed in #Peru.

Another approach to the south part of Peru is the #PeruCultureNatureAndSoftAdventure 15 days program that starts on the coast and travel to Colca Canyon one of the deepest in the world, with the small villages clinging from its walls. Continue to Cusco and explore the fertile valleys of Cusco to visit Andean communities, including a hike to Huchuyq´Osqo and continue to Machu Picchu. You will return to Lima and visit a nice place where Caballos de Paso Peruano are breeded keeping traditions.

For a traveller that likes to take slow steps to get to know each place and enjoys adventure and wants to have experiences #PeruExplorer program is designed to explore the south part of 

#Peru starting on the coast crossing snow-capped mountains of the Andes, the altiplano, where the highest navigable lake in the world is located arriving to the fertile valleys of Cusco to visit Andean communities, including the Machu Picchu hike. From Cusco you can continue the journey visiting the jewel of the Peruvian rainforest, Manu - one of the birdwatching breaks of the country. The trip ends visiting the Paracas National Reserve with its famous Ballestas Islands and an overflight of the Nazca lines.

For international and/or domestic flights, we suggest to contact Exito Travel, a wholesaler based in United States. They are familiar with our operations and are used to book flights for our clients according to their respective itineraries. When booking your tickets, please provide them the information on your trip itinerary and they will do all the necessary.

All tickets issued in Peru are subject to 18% sales taxes but if you purchase the tickets through Exito Travel, no taxes are charged. You can make all the arrangement directly with them.

By Carmen Maria Guevara Protzel.

Five hotels among the best in Latin America

Diverse institutions worldwide are emphasizing Peru in the tourism sector. Not only is it rewarded by wonders as Machu Picchu, or its great gastronomy, but also the hotels infrastructure that it possesses.

This time, for the media specialized in tourism "Travel and Leisure” in its prizes World's Best Awards, five Peruvian hotels are among the best in Central and South America. The voting’s were carried out in its web site where dozens of candidates were exposed from Central and South America.

In the category of best hotels, the first prize was for Belmond Miraflores Park, a renowned hotel in the country. The second place occupied the JW Marriot Hotel sharing the position with the Belmond Hotel Monastery.

In the categories of Best Resort in the region, Inkaterra Machu's Picchu Pueblo Hotel and the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge took the third place and the fourth position respectively.

While in the category of cities, the city of the Cusco and Lima were categorized as the best in Central and South America, ranking first and fifth place respectively.

The award is given every year, the city of Cusco won again the category of cities, which repeated 10 years ago, so it was registered in the "Hall of Fame"

Learn more information about Cusco and the tourist areas in the following link: Classics Tours in Peru.

Cusco and Lima between the five better destinations in South America

Although the top five better destinations in South America is led by Buenos Aires, the portal TripAdvisor, one leading social network for travelers from around the world, developed this list which includes Peruvian cities such as Cusco or Lima between the top five.

Travelers Choices Awards 2015, placed the imperial city of Cusco in the second place and Lima in the fifth place.

Within its top 25, include other cities in Peru as Arequipa (ranked 15^th, Urubamba (16^th) and Máncora (24^th). Other Latin-American cities that complete the list of the top ten destinations are: Sao Paulo (Brazil), Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), Lima (Peru), Santiago (Chile), Bogota (Colombia), San Carlos de Bariloche (Argentina), Quito (Ecuador) and Gramado (Brazil).

Another list of Tripadvisor elaborates the ranking of the top ten destinations to visit in Peru, these include: Cusco, Lima, Arequipa, Urubamba (Cusco), Máncora (Piura), Puno, Huaraz (Áncash), Iquitos (Loreto), Trujillo (La libertad) and Chiclayo (Lambayeque).

Travelers Choices Awards carries out every year by the vote of internet users in the selected cities.

Learn more information in the webpage of Tripadvisor.

If you wish to travel to Peru, find more information in the following website of Inkanatura Travel.

- Taste of Peru

Five Reasons To Visit Peru That Aren't Machu Picchu

Peru has its fair share of awe-inspiring sights, but most visitors skip right over them and head for the grand finale, Machu Picchu. And though the ancient city is certainly worthy of your time, there is much more to this vast country than a litter-ridden Inca Trail. Dine with the Peruvian elite, walk a manmade island, or raft a canyon that requires a mule to get to; but whatever you do, don't beeline for the Andes then skip town. 

Here are five really good reasons to go to Peru that don't include Machu Picchu.

1.  The Floating Islands of Lake Titicaca

Deep in the Andes, Lake Titicaca splits the border of Peru and Bolivia. The massive lake is (literally) home to the descendants of the Uros tribe, one that pre-dates the Incan civilization. The Incas paid them little respect, though with their simple floating homes fashioned of totora reeds, the Uros outlasted the Incas and their colossal stone structures. Roughly 2,000 Uros still live on the lake, making their living by catching their own fish, weaving their own clothing, and now, by the money that tourism brings in. Visitors can float out to the islands on reed boats, made by the Uros themselves, and purchase crafts from the locals. The Uros children attend school on one of several islands, each made solely for the purpose of schooling. Once they're older, many go mainland to attend university in the nearby town of Puno. And though their lifestyle seems quite primitive, they actually embrace modern technology-you'll notice solar panels for televisions and motorized boats.  

Tours to the Lake Titicaca: Lake Titicaca Tour 3D/2N

MACHU PICCHU PHOTO EXHIBIT OPENS IN BANGKOK

Inca citadel of Machu Picchu

ANDINA. An exhibition celebrating 100 years since the re-discovery of Machu Picchu opened at the Emporium in Bangkok, making this weekend the perfect opportunity for viewing the photos and tasting some Peruvian food.

The Peruvian Embassy and the Emporium Shopping complex are responsible for bringing this special show to the capital of Thailand.

Entitled "EmporiumPeru: 100 Years of Machu Picchu World Revelation", the exhibition offers a collection of photos of this hallmark of Inca civilisation and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

On display for the first time in Asia are 30 photographs of the ancient site taken by Beatrice Velarde, one of Peru's foremost photojournalists.

Other activities running concurrently with the exhibition include a showcase of Inca handicrafts and costumes such as lucky clay dolls, pottery and painted gourds, which are also for sale.

They also include a presentation of Peruvian dishes including ceviche, causa, potato pie with chicken, tuna or seafood filling, and choros a la chalaca, the most popular appetiser along Peru's coastal line.

According to Thai daily The Nation, visitors can also sample wines from Peru's leading vineyards and the national beverage Pisco, an alcoholic grapebased drink that's perfect for cocktails.

The exhibition, which runs until Monday, can be found in the mall's 1st floor Fashion Hall. Admission is free.

Cusco to celebrate Machu Picchu discovery anniversary year-round

Cusco, Feb. 15 (ANDINA). Peruvian authorities in the southeastern Cusco region are preparing a varied calendar of activities to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the scientific discovery of Machu Picchu throughout the year.
Regional trade and tourism director Carlos Zúñiga said tourism-related organizations will soon meet to finalise and announce the schedule for the year-long celebrations.

The official told Andina that the Centennial events will include fairs, a film festival, conferences, the launch of a commemorative postage stamp and an international photography competition.

These events will be held in addition to other major activities scheduled for July 2011 in Lima.

The pre-Columbian Inca site of Machu Picchu, the legendary Lost City of the Incas, is one of the most famous historical sites in the world.

Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site visited by thousands each day, Machu Picchu was first revealed to the world when American explorer Hiram Bingham discovered the site in 1911.

More About Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu Archaeological Sites

Cusco to celebrate Machu Picchu discovery anniversary year-round

Cusco, Feb. 15 (ANDINA). Peruvian authorities in the southeastern Cusco region are preparing a varied calendar of activities to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the scientific discovery of Machu Picchu throughout the year.
Regional trade and tourism director Carlos Zúñiga said tourism-related organizations will soon meet to finalise and announce the schedule for the year-long celebrations.

The official told Andina that the Centennial events will include fairs, a film festival, conferences, the launch of a commemorative postage stamp and an international photography competition.

These events will be held in addition to other major activities scheduled for July 2011 in Lima.

The pre-Columbian Inca site of Machu Picchu, the legendary Lost City of the Incas, is one of the most famous historical sites in the world.

Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site visited by thousands each day, Machu Picchu was first revealed to the world when American explorer Hiram Bingham discovered the site in 1911.

More About Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu Archaeological Sites