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How to get to Uyuni Salar from La Paz by Bus, Train & Plane

April 14, 2016 Pirwa

The little town of Uyuni in Bolivia’s Potosí Department has become a destination for travelers from around the world, not for the town itself but for the salt flats of the same name, Uyuni Salar. The town acts as a gateway for visitors to the popular salt flats and the contiguous Eduardo Avaroa Reserve. While the grand majority of people travel to Uyuni from Bolivia’s capital city, La Paz, they do so by a variety of methods- there is no ‘best way’ to get to Uyuni, as this varies by type of traveler as well as by time and money restraints.

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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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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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Arequipa Travel: Journey to the Crater of El Misti Volcano

February 13, 2016 Pirwa

Misti Volcano looming in the background of Arequipa’s skyline is an iconic sight, representing the White City for Peruvians and travelers alike. It was important in pre-Columbian times as well, as shown by the 1998 expedition which uncovered the mummies of six sacrificed Inca youths and other ritual offerings along the innermost of its three concentric craters. Travelers drawn to the volcano can choose between two adventurous ways to experience its majesty first-hand: climbing to its summit, or biking down its sandy slopes.

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