Peru Festivals and Events 2020 –Part 1
Peruvians know how to celebrate, and their yearly calendar is loaded with festivals and events replete with local color, music, dancing, food and...
The Epiphany or Three Kings Day in Peru
Among the Andean communities of Peru and other South American countries, Christmas gift-giving often occurs on January 6th, The Epiphany or Three...
Interesting New Year’s Traditions in Peru and Latin America
Have you planned a trip to Peru for the New Year? Then you may find yourself witnessing some different and interesting practices. Throughout Latin...
Celebrate Christmas in South America – Ecuador
In this 4th installment of our series on Christmas in South America, we will give you a glimpse into how Christmas is celebrated in Ecuador. A...
Celebrate Christmas in South America – Colombia
In this third installment of our series on Christmas around South America, we’ll talk about some of the colorful traditions of a Colombian...
Celebrate Christmas in South America – Bolivia
A traditional Christmas in Bolivia has some similarities and some differences from a traditional Peruvian Navidad celebration. A country whose...
Celebrate Christmas in Peru – the Chocolatada: A Christmas Tradition that Gives Back
Every year during the Christmas holidays in Peru, many local governmental organizations, businesses, and clubs participate in a longstanding...
Celebrate Christmas in South America – Peru!!
As we enter the month of December, let’s take a look at how Christmas is celebrated in South America. Our first stop is Peru! Spending Christmas...
Before Christmas, the Andean celebrated Capac Raymi
The Andean Summer Solstice festival, known as Capac Raymi has been celebrated for hundreds of years since at least as far back as the early 15th...
The Traditional Fashion of Andean Men
One of the things that will intrigue you during your Peru trip is the sight of Quechua men, women, and kids dressed in colorful typical Andean...