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The Manu National Park The Manu National Park is located between the region of Cuso and Madre de Dios, in the south-east of Peru. It has great biodiversity, has an area of ​​1 million hectares and has an altitude from 150 to 4100 meters. above sea level. A variety of fauna and flora are housed in this beautiful park, making it a perfect destination to be visited by nature lovers and explorers. From the tropical Andes to the Amazonian pampas. What is most striking is its variety of plants, birds, mammals, amphibians, insects and other rare animals. Which attract scientists from all over the world for their study and research. The variety of biodiversity When you enter a world where every step shows a new surprise. Manu is a living universe where the sounds of the jungle and the bright colors of birds surround you. It's like entering an adventure book where every page is full of creatures and lush landscapes that will leave you breathless. A unique cultural experience Getting to kno...

A very common and recurring question that arises when people visit Cusco , what is the correct way to write the name of the ancient Inca capital. This hesitation is due to the dichotomy caused by modern standardization by the city municipality. The municipality of the imperial capital, backed by the Cusco Quechua Academy, started a campaign promoting the use of "Cusco" instead of "Cuzco." Some media outlets also supported this formal substitution of the name for "Qosqo". But let's look at the true nature of this conflict. As it is easy to notice, the notation "Cusco" seems to have been a total success among those who do not know the story behind the name. This has surprised due to the superstitious posture of many Cusco residents. What was the reason for this change? It so happens that someone detected that "cuzco" meant 'small dog or mestizo' according to the RAE, so they considered this as "offensive" to the ...

It is a rodent that can reach half a meter in height when it stands upright. These are the imposing capybaras, the largest rodents that inhabit our planet. These semi-aquatic animals make their home on the marshy beaches, lakes, and rivers that meander through the tropical regions of South America. Adapted as amphibians, capybaras are swimmers. In the face of any threat, they dive nimbly looking for shelter underwater, where they can remain for long periods evading their predators. The curious name "capybara" has its origins in the Guarani and Tupi languages spoken by the native peoples, who affectionately nicknamed them "masters of the grass" or "eaters of fine leaves", indicating their diet. Its scientific name Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris comes from the Greeks "hydro" (water) and "choerus" (pig), which is poetically referred to as "water pigs". In Peru they are affectionately known as "ronsocos" or "capybaras...

Peru stands out for its remarkable economic resilience, notably after the pandemic and other chaotic events. Comparatively, Peru is a more budget-friendly option than other South American counterparts, such as Chile and Brazil. Additionally, when measured against the more expensive European destinations favored by tourists, Peru emerges as a cost-effective choice. Travelers from countries with robust currencies find exploring Peru surprisingly affordable. While managing Peruvian money generally poses no major challenges, incorporating our currency insights into your plans can greatly enrich your travel experience. Current Currency Peru utilizes the Peruvian nuevo sol (PEN) as its official currency, commonly denoted as S./ followed by the amount. Coins are issued in denominations of S./ 1, 2, and 5, while bills range from S./ 10 to 100, with each S./ 1 being equivalent to 100 centimos. The Nuevo Sol (S/) stands as Peru’s official currency, with 1 Sol equating to 100 cents. However, some...

The white-throated toucan is a South American member of the Ramphastidae family, widely distributed throughout the Amazon and the Andes, particularly the majority of its population is found in eastern Peru, which is the place with the most presence of toucans, mostly of this species. General Description Toucans are birds with very striking colored feathers and beak. They can measure up to 60 cm. Their beak is long, massive with serrated teeth, reaches a third of its size and is very light due to the numerous chambers it has, so it does not hinder flight. Its tongue is very long (reaching up to 14 cm), narrow, flattened and ends in a point. It has small, short and rounded wings. In some species, the square tail moves up and down with striking ease, drawing attention. Brightly colored skin sometimes surrounds the eyes. Importance of their Beak It uses its beak as a weapon and to take the fruits found at the tips of very thin branches. It has recently been discovered that its beak is us...