Thu
28
Jul '11
28th of July is Peruvian Independence Day … ¡Felices fiestas!
Find out all about how the day is celebrated in last year’s post.
Sun
24
Jul '11
On July the 24th 1911 Hiram Bingham III first stumbled across Machu Picchu, the first outsider to visit the ruins with the intention of studying them academically and of highlighting their significance to the world.
Thu
7
Jul '11
The Question:
How is Peru officially celebrating the centenary of Machu Picchu’s scientific discovery?
The Answer:
Live bands, a symphony orchestra, a traditional Inca “Tinkay” ceremony and a spectacular sound and light show are all on the bill for the official celebrations which take place at Machu Picchu today to mark 100 years since the ruins were brought to the attention of the world.
Fri
1
Jul '11
The Question:
When was the last time that Peru won the Copa América?
The Answer:
The last time that Peru won the Copa América was in 1975. This was the second of two triumphs that La Blanquirroja – or “The White and Red One”, Peru’s national soccer team – have seen in the most important international football tournament in Latin America, adding to their first success way back in 1939.