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The rainbow mountains in Peru are known for the natural bands of color that stretch across their slopes. Three of the best-known are found in Cusco: Vinicunca, Palcoyo, and Pallay Punchu. Although they share similar colors, each has its own landscape…
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At 15,105 ft (4,604 m) above sea level, Lake 69 in Peru is known for its bright turquoise water and the snow-covered mountains that rise above it. The hike takes you through a valley in the Cordillera Blanca, past streams and open grasslands, before…
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By the time we returned to Cusco, the red soil of the Red Valley had left a pink stain on our boots.Our three-day trek through Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain had taken us across high-altitude grasslands and rocky mountain passes. Glacial lakes and co…
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Visiting Machu Picchu in December can be a very significant experience. From the day you arrive in Cusco, you will feel the festive air of Christmas and the upcoming joy of the New Year.You will find a large number of domestic tourists in Cusco and M…