New platform for ticket sales to Machupicchu put into operation
The Ministry of Culture last week confirmed the full activation of the Peruvian State platform for entrance tickets to archaeological sites and museums managed by this portfolio,...
Tourists will be allowed to visit Maras Salt Mines during evening hours
The famous Salt Mines of Maras —located in Urubamba province, Cusco region— will receive tourists in the evening, starting in September, Maras Sal —a company run by...
Travel and Leisure names Cusco as Best City in Central and South America
Every year, the prestigious media outlet Travel and Leisure (T+L) conducts the World’s Best Awards survey, asking its readers to share their opinions on travel experiences...
Peru wins four major awards at prestigious World Travel Awards South America 2024
The World Travel Awards South America —the premier organization honoring excellence in travel and tourism— has announced its 2024 winners, with Peru taking the top spot in...
Peru showcases the best of tourism offerings at Lata Expo 2024 in UK
The Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Export and Tourism (PromPeru) secured more than 30 meetings, effectively promoting our country’s diverse cultural, nature, and adventure offerings....
Machupicchu is the only Carbon Neutral-certified World Wonder
On the occasion of the 17th anniversary of its election as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, the Historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu —located in...
Peru aims to become Latin America’s top tourist destination by 2030
Foreign Trade and Tourism Minister Elizabeth Galdo indicated that her portfolio presented Plan 60 to reactivate tourism in this country and seek to position Peru as...
Peru stands out at IMEX 2024 in Germany
Peru participated at the IMEX 2024 fair in Frankfurt, held from May 14 to 16, which brought together leading specialized companies in the business tourism sector also...
Archaeologists discover 3,000-year-old ceremonial center in Peru
A team of researchers, led by archaeologist Edison Mendoza, discovered a 3,000-year-old ceremonial center from the Formative Stage in the population center of San Juan...
Ticket sales to visit Machupicchu from June 1 have begun
The Ministry of Culture reported that the sale of tickets to visit the llaqta or Inca city of Machupicchu during the high season of 2024 has...