To the people of Tahuantinsuyu, or Inca Peru, it seemed only natural to worship the Sun and to believe that there were gods who made thunderstorms, earthquakes and rain.

Jan 15, 2010 - Brenda Ralph Lewis

Peru is a country brimming with culture and history. Learn how to make the most of a stay in this fascinating Inca country.

Jul 14, 2010 - Lisa Eldridge

The trip from Cuzco to Puno, a distance of 388 kilometres can be made by plane, bus or train; or to get the most out of the journey take the special tourist bus.

Jun 21, 2008 - Sharon Cheung

Built between 1460 and 1470 AD, Machu Picchu lay undiscovered for centuries until American explorer, Hirham Bigham, was taken there by local people in 1911.

Jul 29, 2011 - Cathy Smith

Inca ceque lines and their organization along the city of Cuzco were not just trails or pathways; they were also spiritual journeys.

Jul 29, 2010 - Mahmoud Riad

Travel plans for Peru usually include popular tourist spots in Cusco and Machu Picchu. The Sacred Valley, which connects them, is an important part of the Inca Empire.

Mar 17, 2007 - Jennifer W. Miner

Inca burial practices, which included preparation for the afterlife, were linked to their religious beliefs.

Oct 25, 2006 - Henry Ramsey

Atahualpa, mighty sun-god emperor of the Incas and commander of a huge army, was no match for the crafty foul play of Francisco Pizarro and a couple hundred Spaniards.

Mar 25, 2007 - Henry Ramsey

The Spaniards were technologically superior. They had firearms, swords, horses, and dogs trained for warfare. Yet they were only a small number of men before an empire.

Nov 8, 2009 - Sandra Gross

To Andean people before the Conquest, rocks, mountains and streams were hardly inanimate objects, but vibrant living spirits.

Aug 6, 2008 - Colin Forsyth

Machu Picchu and The Sacred Valley are ancient wonders in Peru; a trip to Cusco also makes for an eye-opening vacation in Peru. These are the best hotels in Cusco.

Mar 14, 2007 - Jennifer W. Miner

Before heading off to Machu Picchu, take time to explore the incredible history in and around the city of Cusco.

Jan 12, 2010 - Melissa Sullivan

If you have a craving to visit ancient ruins while in Peru, then Pachacamac is a must-see. It may not be Machu Picchu, but it is still impressive in a way.

Oct 10, 2011 - Holly Fabre

Having emerged from the shadow of the Shining Path group which decimated the area in the 1980's, Ayacucho, the most beautiful Peru city, is again an enticing destination.

Feb 19, 2010 - Luke Waterson

Machu Pichu was at one time a vital Incan habitation site where nobility, priests and residents lived and thrived.

Sep 11, 2006 - Gail Bellenger

The following tips can help make a visit to Machu Picchu more memorable and help travelers who are only there for a day get the most out of their experience.

May 18, 2009 - Kesse Buchanan

The town of Ollantaytambo (Ollanta) is in the Sacred Valley of Peru. Travel tips on Ollantaytambo: How to get there, where to stay, sleep and take tours.

Jan 12, 2011 - Linda Wongkee

The Machu Picchu theories of Hiram Bingham provide a starting point for evaluation of the history and purpose of Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas.

Nov 16, 2010 - Tony Dunnell

What was Machu Picchu? Despite a century of archeological investigation, the original purpose of Machu Picchu is still no more than a theory.

Nov 24, 2010 - Tony Dunnell

Sacred places appear in most civilisations. Ancient worship sites and later religious buildings reflect their builders' beliefs.

Mar 1, 2011 - Alan Dale