Peru’s history dates back over 5,000 years, making it an intoxicating and addictive destination for history enthusiasts.

He later published a book entitled Lost City of the Incas, solidifying his own legacy as its “discoverer.” Bingham was not without his controversies, however. For starters, locals had known ...

Note: Some of the below destinations may be affected by the civil unrest in Peru. Check with the U.S. Department of State before traveling. Machu Picchu is thought to be one of the largest and ...

Sitting at over 11,000 feet above sea level, Cusco was the capital of the Incan Empire from the 12th century through the 16th century when it was conquered by Spain. Stroll the city and see ...

“It’s a testament to Incan ingenuity and one of the most breathtaking archaeological sites in the world,” says Burgio. “The site’s dramatic location, hidden high in the Andes and ...

Some cities are more than just places to visit—they are living museums, preserving centuries of history, culture, and ...

You see, after two years of research to pinpoint the location of the “Lost City of the Incas” and raise money for his expedition, intrepid American historian and explorer Hiram Bingham set off ...

PERU'S government, seeking to boost tourism in the Andean country, is urging residents and visitors to vote for the ancient Inca site of Machu ... Posters on city streets call on Peruvians to ...

Recognising locations and landmarks with natural or cultural significance, the list includes places such as the city of Venice, the ancient Incan city of Machu Picchu in Peru, the Statue of ...

On the morning of July 24, 1911, an enterprising lecturer-explorer from Yale University set off in a cold drizzle to investigate rumors of ancient Inca ruins in Peru. The explorer chopped his way ...