Peru: News

05 Mar 2024

Travel And Tourism

Uncover the mysteries of Machu Picchu, Peru: A things-to-do guide

Perched high in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Machu Picchu stands as a testament to the Inca civilization's ingenuity.

09 Jan 2024

Ecuador

Ecuador declares state of emergency after drug lord's prison escape

Ecuador has declared a state of emergency after an "extremely dangerous" druglord, Jose Adolfo Macias, aka "Fito," escaped from a maximum-security prison.

16 Aug 2023

Environment

New snake species named after Hollywood actor Harrison Ford

Researchers named a new snake species discovered in Peru's Andes mountains after the Indiana Jones actor Harrison Ford on Tuesday.

Ancient whale found in Peru may be Earth's heaviest animal

Move over, blue whale! There's a heavyweight newcomer in town.

19 Mar 2023

Ecuador

Powerful 6.8-magnitude earthquake jolts Ecuador, northern Peru; 15 killed

At least 15 people were killed after a strong 6.8-magnitude earthquake shook southern Ecuador and northern Peru on Saturday, reported AP.

01 Mar 2023

Travel And Tourism

Avoid these mistakes tourists make when visiting Peru

From the stunning natural beauty of the Andes Mountains and the Amazon rainforest to the rich cultural heritage of the Inca Empire and Spanish colonial era, Peru has something for everyone.

04 Nov 2022

Avenger

Peru: Cops dressed as 'Avengers' bust drug gang on Halloween

A group of cops in Peru, dressed as Marvel 'Avengers' characters, broke into a house on Halloween after being tipped off regarding the presence of drug dealers.

02 Nov 2022

Avengers

'Operation Marvel': Police disguised as 'Avengers' arrest Peruvian drug dealers

Inspired by the superhero film The Avengers, four police officers in Peru dressed up as superheroes and carried out an operation against wanted drug dealers in a neighborhood in east Lima.

30 Sep 2022

Travel And Tourism

5 best Peruvian souvenirs you must consider buying

Everyone loves a bit of souvenir shopping when they are on a vacation.

26 Sep 2022

Travel And Tourism

5 hiking trails to best experience Peru

When it comes to the best-hiking destinations, there's no chance one could ever miss out on Peru.

24 Sep 2022

Travel And Tourism

Peru calling? Consider these unique accommodations for a memorable stay

Known for its expansive ecosystems, delicious food, riveting history, and the gigantic wonder of Machu Picchu, Peru is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations around the world.

07 Feb 2022

Jordan

Exploring the New Seven Wonders of the World

The New Seven Wonders of the World was a campaign launched in 2000 to select seven wonders from 200 existing monuments.

04 Feb 2022

Lifestyle

The fascinating history of Machu Picchu

Set high in the mountains of the Andes at over 7,000 feet above sea level, Machu Picchu is a famous tourist site in Peru, South America.

21 Aug 2019

Egypt

Travel photography on your mind? Visit these five places

Whether you are a professional travel photographer, or just want to "decorate" your Instagram account with some awe-inspiring and beautiful clicks, know that you have hit the right track.

20 Aug 2019

India

Love learning about world history? Visit these five places

The world has witnessed countless dynasties come and go, innumerable wars, and many rulers.

08 Aug 2019

Australia

Love trekking? Here are five best trekking routes in world

One of the favorite activities for adventure seekers across the globe, trekking is more than just a sport.

26 May 2019

Tsunami

Peru hit by earthquake of magnitude 7.5, no casualties reported

Peru, which is a small coastal country in South America, was hit by a strong earthquake on Sunday, multiple reports said.

07 Jan 2019

White House

#GamingBytes: 'Hitman' games remastered for PS4 and Xbox One

Hitman 2 is one of the finer console games to have come out in 2018.

08 Sep 2018

Real Madrid

Find out why Sane left hotel after talking with Low

The promising German winger, Leroy Sane was all set to play on Sunday against Peru in an international friendly.

24 Aug 2018

Brazil

7.1 magnitude earthquake hits border of Peru, Brazil, says USGS

A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Peru's border with Brazil today, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said.

02 Nov 2017

South America

Instead of measurements, Miss Peru contestants share gender violence data

In a first, the judges of Miss Peru beauty pageant were taken by surprise when during the contest, the contestants who were supposed to reveal their body measurements while introducing themselves, chose to speak up about gender violence and women rights and shared a compelling data.