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5 Peruvian Christmas Traditions

February 17, 2026December 11, 2019 by Coen

Family gatherings around the Christmas tree, celebrations, recipes for delicious meals and, of course, Christmas lights. Every year, many families around the world do all this before the arrival of Christmas. This is the season to have your tummies and hearts full, and share memories and stories with your loved ones.

Peru, thanks to its diversity, is a country that carries different traditions in every region, even for Christmas. In this country you can see how people pass on their Christmas traditions from generation to generation.

In this post, you will be able to explore Peru’s great Christmas traditions in different regions. And, if you’re in Peru, you will be able to choose what tradition to experience!

Qoyllur Riti, a religious festival like no other

February 17, 2026November 27, 2019 by Coen

Peru is still a very religious country, especially in the highlands. In Cusco, the heart of the Inca Empire, Qoyllur Riti has a special place in the locals’ hearts. A mix of Andean mysticism and Western religion. This festival attracts more than 10,000 people every year.

It is celebrate in May or June. So if you are here in those months discover all the wonders the Qoyllur Riti has to offer!

The Cusco Flag

February 17, 2026November 20, 2019 by Coen

One of the first things visitors to Cusco comment on is the flags. From the giant flag in the city centre to those on buidlings all over the city. Maybe the first thought you had when seeing this was Wow, Cusco is very LGTB friendly! I’m afraid the Cusco flag is not the same as the LGTB one. It has a different meaning . If you want to know more, then keep reading!

Tahuantinsuyo, the Inca Empire

February 13, 2026November 13, 2019 by Coen

As a responsible volunteer looking for opportunities in Peru, it is important to know some of the country’s history. So, when you look up information about Peruvian history on the internet, you might have seen the word Tahuantinsuyo or Tawantinsuyo. Likely a term you might have never heard before. What exactly is Tahuantinsuyo? How did it start? How big was it?

The first thing you need to know is that Tahuantinsuyo is another term for the Inca Empire. If you want to know more about this vast empire, keep reading!

How to Have a Perfect Visa Run to Chile

February 3, 2026October 17, 2018 by Coen

Cusco to Chile and Back

When you first come over the hill into Tacna from Arequipa, you’ll think you’re arriving at Black Rock City, the temporary home of Nevada’s annual Burning Man festival. But don’t be misled by Tacna sprawling mass across an otherwise lifeless desert. Peru’s southernmost city lies just a stone’s throw from the Pacific, and just a few more minutes south in the backseat of a 2007 Chevy Impala lies an almost perfect stretch of sandy surf beach perfect for a weekend getaway (or a quick border hop).

Lazy Peruvian Causa Recipe

January 30, 2026September 20, 2018 by Coen

Peruvian Causa is typically a favorite dish among tourists and locals alike in Cusco and other cities throughout the country. It is a cold dish that features mashed potato, aji amarillo and a wide variety of potentiall fillings and toppings. Most restaurants in and around Cusco serve up their own version of causa, and all focus intensely on presentation. The causa is served up in careful layers, resembeling the style of sushi, and is often extremely photo-worthy.

This recipe is for all you lazy chefs, those who want all of the flavor and deliciousness of a traditional Peruvian causa at about 50% the effort!