Tag: Inca
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Our Last International Performances
Read more: Our Last International PerformancesWhile in Cusco, we wanted to learn more about the culture of Peru. What better way to do this, than to experience some traditional Peruvian music and dance? As we were walking around the city, we came across one of the last Incan descendants demonstrating traditional music. He was dressed in Incan attire and was playing a…
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Original Ollantaytambo
Read more: Original OllantaytamboAfter an incredible time on the Lares Trek and Machu Picchu, we were ready for some down time and the town of Ollantaytambo was exactly what we needed. The area is the best example of what Incan towns used to be like. Thankfully, the Spanish never bothered with Ollantaytambo and as a result, it was not damaged…
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The Last Wonder
Read more: The Last WonderAfter three days of hiking, camping and altitude on the Lares Trek, we were ready and excited to see Machu Picchu for the first time. It was our last Wonder of the World that we would see on our trip, and I thought it was the best! We climbed up a small (compared to the…
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Incan Spirituality 101
Read more: Incan Spirituality 101Throughout the year, I have learned and experienced different world religions, for example Judaism, Islam, and Buddhism. The final one we experienced was the Incan faith during our time in Peru. This faith really honours the Earth and offers a deep respect for nature. When the Spanish invaded South America in the 1500’s, they brought Christianity and forced the…
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Incredible Incas!
Read more: Incredible Incas!Throughout our trip, we have met some amazing people who have really enriched our travels and experiences in different countries. While in Peru, we were lucky to meet up with the leader of the “World Schooling movement” Lainie Liberti and her son Miro. This dynamic duo has been travelling and learning about the world for…