The Andean Trail Blog
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The Andean Cross: The Chacana
The Chacana or "Chakana" or Inca Cross is an ancient geometric symbol over 4,000 years...
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THE INCA ASTROLOGY
This blog is a summary to explore wise Inca astrology, its impact on civilization, and...
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Discovering the Golden Temple of Cusco
Exploring Cusco's downtown area and visiting the Temple of the Sun, or “Qoricancha”, is an...
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Camelids of Peru: Llamas & More!
We would like to tell you about our friends, the camelid from the highlands of...
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WHAT IS THE INTI RAYMI? THE SUN CELEBRATION IN CUSCO
During the winter solstice - the Inti Raymi or Festival of the Sun takes place...
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INCA PALACES IN CUSCO
The Inca palaces that used to be erected in the middle of the capital of...
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INCA MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS: THE BEST GUIDE
Within the rich diversity of sounds that are today's inheritance from ancient Inca Musical Instruments,...
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3 IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT THE COCA LEAF: BACKGROUND, PROPERTIES & STIGMAS
The coca leaf is an ancient plant that was used in pre-Incan and Incan times,...
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CUSCO FLAG VS PRIDE FLAG
At first glance, the LGBT+ community flag and the one representing the Incas may seem...
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