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Coca: sacred leaf of the Incas!86

Coca: sacred leaf of the Incas!

Talks about the coca plant and the diverse products that are now available, like tea, cream, extracts, powder and liquor. Also mentions the chewing of the coca leaf to reduce pain from hungr and to give strength and endurance. Shows the variety of coca products and gifts currently available.

12 comments    peru altitude bolivia
Tips for a great visit to Machu Picchu83

Tips for a great visit to Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is one of the wonders of the world, and the most-visited tourist attraction in South America. Learn how to make the most of your visit to this incredible mountaintop in the Andes.

4 comments    travel south america peru
How to Buy Tickets for Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu83

How to Buy Tickets for Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu

Machu Picchu consistently ranks as one of the world’s top tourist destination… and once you go, you’ll understand why! However, because of its growing popularity (as well as increased focus on conservation), getting tickets to Machu Picchu can...

0 comments    peru trekking machu picchu
The Llama, a symbol of the Andes and Peru!83

The Llama, a symbol of the Andes and Peru!

Author is Peruvian, so llamas are a symbol of her country and the Andean region. Covers llama as food, their milk and their food, as well as trekking and general llama trivia (stamps, jewelry, pottery, stuffed animals).

4 comments    hubtrail peru hubtrail-americas
History of the First Nations: The Inca82

History of the First Nations: The Inca

The Inca were once a mighty civilization, but were ultimately crushed by the Spanish under Pizzaro. The Inca were noted by a Spanish padre as being largely collectivist and virtually free of crime. The superior technology of the invaders and disease ultimately collapsed this once proud people who made artifacts like MAchu Pichu that defies our understanding as to how they achieved such a work.

5 comments    spanish south america peru
Quick Guide to Machu Picchu78

Quick Guide to Machu Picchu

A guide to Manchu Picchu with pictures and videos. This amazing lost Inca City is on most peoples bucket lists and it's easy to see why.

1 comment    travel guide peru
The Path to Machu Picchu and surviving the Inca Trail79

The Path to Machu Picchu and surviving the Inca Trail

I wrote this article, because I believe that some of you may benefit from my experience of visiting Machu Picchu, and may be encouraged to take the same route. It was, indeed, a fantastic trip. Inca Trail...

0 comments    travel peru machu picchu
Children Of Viracocha: Settlers Of The Pacific Before The Polynesians?81

Children Of Viracocha: Settlers Of The Pacific Before The Polynesians?

The Disappearance Of The Children Of Viracocha: Part 2: Inca Epilogue, Chachapoyas, Rapanui, Aotearoa And Hawaii In part 1 I wrote about the Inca and how they were regarded as the...

3 comments    maori inca oral traditions
Inca Rule: A Brief Timeline From Rise To Ruin Of A Great Civilization77

Inca Rule: A Brief Timeline From Rise To Ruin Of A Great Civilization

The names and timelines of the Sapa (high) Inca are as follows: Hurin Dynasty: Manco Capac 1200-1230 Sinchi Roca ...

1 comment    machu picchu inca cusco
Peru Vacation: 3 Fascinating Places to Go in Peru76

Peru Vacation: 3 Fascinating Places to Go in Peru

When you think of Peru, you probably think of Machu Picchu, the ancient Inca city that's the most famous site in Peru. But there's a lot more to Peru than that! Here are a few other fascinating places to consider if you're thinking of a Peru...

6 comments    travel machu picchu incas
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