Peru - Tracing the Incas

Going through Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes, Nazca and more.

  • Endless

    Endless

    The old Inca capital is serene and beautiful, at least viewed from up here.

    Cusco

  • Just coping with the altitude

    Just coping with the altitude

    Cusco

  • Row your boat

    Row your boat

    Urubamba river

  • The final stretch

    The final stretch

    The last stop before reaching Machu Picchu.

    Aguas Calientes

  • Top of the morning

    Top of the morning

    One of the most recognizable views in the world.

    Machu Picchu

  • Mi casa

    Mi casa

    Llama at Machu Picchu

  • Dawn of the ancients

    Dawn of the ancients

    Machu Picchu

  • Construction time again

    Construction time again

    These impressive walls were fit together without mortar. After the siege of Cusco in 1537, most of the walls were removed by the Spanish for buildings in Cusco.

    Saqsaywaman

  • Heritage

    Heritage

    Cusco is full of impressive churches and convents, featuring familiar Spanish architecture.

    Coricancha, Cusco

  • Street spirit

    Street spirit

    Cusco

  • Fifty shades of gray

    Fifty shades of gray

    The Pacific is in there somewhere.

    Mireflores, Lima