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What are the Best Beaches in Peru?

February 26, 2016 Pirwa

The coast of Peru has plenty to offer beach bums and travelers looking for respite from cold Andean nights. Right now, South America is in the middle of summer, with Peruvian nationals flocking to sun-backed beaches to enjoy impressive waves and the country’s freshest and cheapest seafood.

Luckily for today’s travelers, some of the best beaches have become more accessible in recent years. They’re found near the coastal cities of Tumbes or Piura, along Peru’s northern coast.

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Rafting in Arequipa

February 25, 2016 Pirwa

Peru boasts some of the world’s best rivers for whitewater rafting. Some of these are located near Cuzco, while others can be accessed from Arequipa, our focus for this post. Arequipa boasts powerful rivers which formed the two deepest canyons in the world, Cotahuasi Canyon and Colca Canyon. These rivers are ideal for those with rafting experience and the desire for unforgettable adventure. Since the rivers of Peru cater to different ability levels, today we’ll be talking about the best trips for beginning, intermediate, and expert rafters…

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Holy Week 2016 in Cusco

February 24, 2016 Pirwa

Despite the religious tenor of the Holy Week in Cuzco, the city’s unique Andean spin on the festivities means it’s a fun time for tourists of all backgrounds to enjoy. What can you expect? Fireworks, concerts, and lots of food… It begins with Palm Sunday on March 24^th and culminates with Easter Sunday on March 28^th, although in contrast to Holy Week celebrations in other cities, in Cuzco the principal day of celebrations is Holy Monday. This is because it’s the day of the Lord of Tremors processions, which we wrote about in our last post.

Here, we’ll talk about the events planned for the main days of Holy Week: Palm Sunday, Holy Monday, and Good Friday.

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Watch the Lord of Tremors Procession this March

February 22, 2016 Pirwa

Once a year, the patron saint of Cuzco, the Lord of Tremors (Señor de los Temblores), is taken out of the city’s cathedral to be processed through its main streets. This takes place during the Holy Week celebrations, on Holy Monday.

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Pirwa Travel Guide: Parque Kennedy, the Central Park of Miraflores in Lima

February 20, 2016 Pirwa

One of places one should visit in Lima in Parque Kennedy, a popular oasis amidst the busy street and skyscrapers of the center of seaside Miraflores, the most popular district for lodging in Lima. It’s not just a green spot encouraging relaxation, but it also serves as the districts’ cultural center.

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