Aracari’s Weekly Insight The Question: To which Peruvian cocktail is tomorrow dedicated? The Answer: Tomorrow, the first Saturday in February, is officially National Pisco Sour Day! Made from limes, ice, egg white, sugar syrup and Pisco, Peruvians hold an immense deal of pride for this cocktail, to the extent that it is considered to be […]
Tag: festivals in peru
A great way to experience a new culture is through its festivals – a showcase of culture and traditions. From Fiestas Patrias, the Peruvian Independence holiday, to Corpus Christi, the Catholic holiday with a twist in Cusco, Aracari rounds up the best festivals in Peru that are great for travellers to experience as part of their tailormade trip to Peru with Aracari.
Celebrating Bajada de los Reyes festival in Ollantaytambo
Bajada de los Reyes Festival Closely related to Christmas, the popular Spanish festivity known in Spain as “Dia de los Reyes magos” on the 6th of January is also widely celebrated in towns across the Andes. The celebration marks The Epiphany, which sees the visit of the three wise men, or the three kings, […]
Qoyllur Rit’i
Peru is famous for its rich culture and colorful festivals, Qoyllur Rit’i festival is an impressive high-altitude pilgrimage in the Cusco region. Qoyllur Rit’i Festival This festival is held annually on the north face of Ausangate mounta, on the Sinakara glacial mountain. A world-renowned pilgrimage, it involves a rigorous trek and 2 or 3 […]
Corpus Christi Peru Festival
Corpus Christi Peru Festival in Cusco The Corpus Christi Peru Festival is the most important religious festival celebrated in Cusco, and features an impressive array of processions, dances and ceremonies. It is the Festival of all the Cuzquenians, where the entire population participates. It is the festivity that most clearly exemplifies the syncretism that exists […]
