UJ #18 - In love in Peru
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Between stories and<br />
legends, let your children<br />
discover the way the <strong>In</strong>cas<br />
understood the world.<br />
neighbourhood’s historic area make a stop at the ma<strong>in</strong><br />
square to enjoy a delicious artisanal ice cream as you<br />
take <strong>in</strong> the surround<strong>in</strong>g architecture.<br />
If you are look<strong>in</strong>g for history, on the other hand, the Larco<br />
Museum – located <strong>in</strong> Pueblo Libre – is considered one of<br />
Children can<br />
come face to<br />
face with llamas<br />
and learn about<br />
the Andean<br />
camelids.<br />
the best museums <strong>in</strong> <strong>Peru</strong>. Tour the spaces of this former<br />
private residence and learn about the county’s pre-<strong>In</strong>can<br />
history. There are activities for children, and an <strong>in</strong>terest<strong>in</strong>g<br />
collection of pre-<strong>In</strong>can erotic pottery for the adults.<br />
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel<br />
Belmond Hotel Río Sagrado<br />
CUSCO’S CHARM<br />
One th<strong>in</strong>g to consider before plann<strong>in</strong>g a trip to Cusco<br />
is the altitude. It is common to feel some headache or<br />
dizz<strong>in</strong>ess when arriv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the Imperial City, so a direct<br />
visit to the Sacred Valley can help you acclimatise. Mov<strong>in</strong>g<br />
at a slow and steady pace, and consum<strong>in</strong>g plenty of fluids<br />
dur<strong>in</strong>g your first couple of days is the perfect way to ease<br />
<strong>in</strong>to the altitude.<br />
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel<br />
signature highland camelids – the llamas and alpacas –<br />
than Cusco, where these creatures roam <strong>in</strong> abundance.<br />
When it comes to need<strong>in</strong>g a small pick-me-up, children<br />
will be thrilled to try the many flavours and styles of local<br />
artisanal chocolate made <strong>in</strong> the region, while adults can<br />
<strong>in</strong>dulge <strong>in</strong> a warm and delicious cup of organic coffee <strong>in</strong><br />
any of the many specialty coffee shops.<br />
Specialized<br />
guides will ensure<br />
that visits to<br />
archaeological sites<br />
will be enterta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
for kids.<br />
Cusco’s ma<strong>in</strong> attractions are its archaeological sites – so<br />
grand and majestic, that they impress people of all ages<br />
and all walks of life. To stroll through the city’s streets<br />
and markets is an unforgettable visual experience full of<br />
colour and wonderful handmade products sure to get<br />
the attention of any young traveller: from dolls wear<strong>in</strong>g<br />
typical garments and stuffed animals made with alpaca<br />
wool, to local musical <strong>in</strong>struments, like the quena and<br />
pompon. Meanwhile, adults will delight <strong>in</strong> the gorgeous<br />
alpaca goods – from sweaters to scarves to hats – and<br />
unique, hand-made silver jewellery pieces.<br />
There is no better place to come face to face with <strong>Peru</strong>’s<br />
The younger travellers will have the<br />
chance to immerse themselves <strong>in</strong><br />
Cusco’s art, culture, and excitement.<br />
Veronica Smulders, Of trips and tales<br />
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