Mary and I like to travel. Our goal is to visit 60 countries (Peru was #47). We also want to see the four wonders of the ancient world (Egyptian pyramids in Giza, Petra in Jordan, Machu Picchu in Peru, and Angkor Wat in Cambodia). We’ve seen the pyramids, and Petra; this trip took us to Machu Picchu.
Our seven-day trip focused on the Sacred Valley, the home of the Inca civilization. It immediately became one of our favorite destinations. Peru is the ideal gateway to South America.
It’s a paradise for nature lovers; it has 84 of the world’s 114 Holdridge life zones; it holds world records in highest diversity for birds (1,816 species), butterflies (3,532 species) and orchids (3,500 species). Peru has the largest indigenous population of South America, with almost half its 29 million people being of native descent. Living in the Amazonian Basin or in remote mountain villages, they still dress in their traditional style, observe ancient customs, and continue to speak Quechua, Aymara, or other languages.
We felt safe, welcomed, and accommodated.
I enjoyed it so much, I think I’ll put together a trip to Peru for my friends.
Here are some pictures.
We just returned from Peru and Ecuador. Visited Cusco, Macha Picchu and the Galapagos Islands. Also were in Lima and Guayquil. Great trip.
Dave, I love it that you and Sylvia travel extensively. Isn’t it wonderful.
Peru sounds and looks wonderful!
Donna, Mary and I enjoyed our trip to Peru, perhaps more than any other trip. I’ll probably host a trip to Peru; I’ll keep you informed. Don
Don,
These pictures and your comments are wonderful. Is the last picture of food a piano?
Yes. Isn’t that remarkable. They made that dessert in about 10 minutes. I hope you are well.