Along the southern coast of Peru are three small towns – Nasca, Huacachina and Paracas. Each one of them unique from the other, they all have something special that draws tourists to them. A CLOSER LOOK AT NASCA, HUACACHINA AND PARACAS NASCA I made a quick stop in Nasca on my way to Huacachina, and…
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Lima – The Capital of Peru
When I was researching Peru prior to visiting, a lot of the posts that I read said not to bother with Lima – the capital. I’m telling you the opposite! Check it out while you are there. It has a lot of character and history and also some neat things to do and see. The…
Southern Peru – A Backpacker’s Guide
Southern Peru is stunningly diverse. From cliff sides to deserts to ice-capped mountaintops to steep canyons, there is always somewhere to explore. I kept to the southern parts of the country, namely: Lima, Cusco, Aguas Calientes, Puno, Arequipa, Nasca, Huacachina and Paracas, but the north has just as much to offer. If you plan on…