UJ #17 - Traditional Peru
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EDITORIAL<br />
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DEAR READER:<br />
This edition of Ultimate Journeys – Travel in <strong>Peru</strong> is a special one. It explores the festive and legendary spirit that<br />
encompasses <strong>Peru</strong>’s essence. Unlike our previous editions, this magazine pays homage to present-day <strong>Peru</strong>,<br />
celebrating what makes it so rich: its people and their traditions.<br />
The best way to fully experience and appreciate <strong>Peru</strong>’s cultural heritage in all its splendour is through its various<br />
festivities. Each region, city, and small town has its own series of rites and rituals that set them apart from neighbours<br />
near and far; and each celebration is infused with the distinct personality of these individual places and their proud<br />
inhabitants.<br />
<strong>Peru</strong>vians always seem to be celebrating something. Many of these fiestas are rooted in legacies that have been<br />
inherited across generations, legacies that reflect the syncretism between the Inca and Colonial histories. Whether<br />
it is an anniversary or a religious ceremony, every celebration is executed with the same mystic devotion.<br />
Discover the stories behind each festivity: its origin, the fiesta itself, and what it represents. This edition features a<br />
basic, chronological guide of the various celebrations held across the country – perfect for those looking to make<br />
the most of their time in <strong>Peru</strong>.<br />
Revel in an unforgettable adventure through <strong>Peru</strong>’s cities, traditions and delicious dishes. Get to know the country<br />
through its worship rituals and celebrations – from the pay to the Pachamama to the procession of the Lord of the<br />
Miracles, from Inti Raymi to the marvellous Grape Harvest or Vendimia. Despite the encroaching modernity and the<br />
global attention that has come with it, <strong>Peru</strong> remains a place of mysteries, honouring its rich past full of un-answered<br />
questions and undeniable devotion.<br />
Happy reading and enjoy!<br />
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