The scenic Sacred Valley or Urubumba Valley, dubbed as “Vilcamayo” by the locals, is a verdant valley found in the Peruvian Andes. It extends from the fortresses of Pisac to Ollantaytambo along the Urubamba River or "Sacred River.” It is quite close … [Read more...]
Ollantaytambo: A Testimony of Incan Masterful Architecture and City Planning
The name of this Peru city can be a mouthful, which is why Ollantaytambo was shortened into “Ollanta” by the locals and “Olly” by English-speakers. But there is nothing short about its long, layered history, attractions and allure despite keeping … [Read more...]