Ancient Lima: A Place Where Human Civilization Began
Unbeknownst to most travellers to Lima, the modern metropolis brims with an ancient past and a vibrant history. Story by Carla Bragagnini, Photos by Outpost In the historic colonial center of Lima, Peru, Spanish conquistador/conqueror Francisco Pizarro built—unfortunately—the Government Palace (or Presidential Palace, where he lived, and where Peru’s current president lives) atop pre-Incan structures. The Spanish actually did […]
Is Saddling Up in the Andes the World’s Best Adventure?!
Most people don’t know horses are not native to Peru — that’s probably because horseback riding in the Andes has got to be one of the world’s great adventures! By Carla Bragagnini Did you know that Peru is famous for its caballo de paso: a breed of horse with Spanish and Moorish royal lineage? Horses are, of […]
Yes, I’m from Peru! By Carla Bragagnini
When people learn I’m from Peru, their eyes light up. They seem to scroll a list of questions in their heads, but always start with the same. “Have you ever been to Machu Picchu?” they ask excitedly. “Yes,” I get to answer proudly. “A few times.” By Carla Bragagnini It’s funny, but I understand people’s […]
What I Learned at the Larco in Lima
Story and Photos by Deborah Sanborn When I walk into the Larco in Lima it’s nothing like I expect—no grand halls hidden from view or camouflaged by the building’s modest exterior. Instead, I enter a rather sprawling, low-rise, white-stucco and once-private mansion with an unassuming entryway that is tucked into the residential neighbourhood of Pueblo […]
Peru’s Regional Dishes: the Coast, the Andes, the Amazon! (FOOD: Part 2)
It almost goes without saying that Peruvian cuisine is massively influenced by its three diverse geographies. On the Pacific Coast and in the Amazon Rainforest, it’s about fish. In the Andean highlands it’s about potatoes—lots and lots of creamy, yummy potatoes! Here’s part two of Carla Bragagnini’s snapshot on what to expect from food in Peru. Popular […]
From City-side Paragliding to Cliff-side Clinging, Here’s How to Soar Above it in Peru!
Whether you prefer to soar way, way above or just a bit-above the canopy, here’s how to do it in Peru! By Carla Bragagnini How to soar like a condor! You’ve probably seen some stunning aerial shots of Peru’s landscapes via drone — well, Peru offers exquisite opportunities for you to see them in the same way […]
From Peak to Crag, Peru Offers Some of the Best Mountaineering Options in the World Today!
The Andes is the longest mountain range on the planet, with some of the most diverse and accessible routes, peaks and terrain. And there’s no better Andes playground than in Peru! By Carla Bragagnini Photo: Ice Climbing in the Andes/PromPeru Early Peruvians climbed the Andes to get as close as possible to what they believed […]
The Spectacular Andes Mountains: Is there really any other word to describe them?!
The Andes are the highest mountains outside of Asia, run the length of South America, and offer some of the most accessible alpine sightseeing on the planet! The Andes Mountains, comprised of high peaks, deep valleys, active volcanoes and snow-capped glaciers, slice South America for some 7,000 kilometres – from virtually the north of the continent […]
Peru’s Pacific Coast Desert Thrills with History and Adventure
Peru’s Pacific Coast has the biggest cities and tallest waves in South America! Story by Carla Bragagnini Feature Photo: The Ballestas Islands (Manuel Medir/PromPeru) Tucked between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountains is coastal Peru, a spectacular region that spans approximately 3,000 kilometres. Relatively flat compared to the rest of the country, with elevations […]
