Vibrant city life in the historical centre of Lima.
“La Compañia“ on Plaza de Armas: one of the lovely churches of Cusco.
In the heart of colonial Cusco is Plaza de Armas, the main square; the Cathedral (left), La Compañia (right).
Cusco: the famous 12sided stone in Calle Hatunrumiyoc.
A folklore performance in the „Centro Cosqo de Arte Nativo“ in Cusco is well worth seeing.
Andean landscape on the way to the “Sacred Valley”.
The little village Chinchero has a very beautiful market directly at the scenic square below the church.
Women in their traditional costumes – following one of their main occupations: weaving.
Inca-ruins of Sacsayhuaman – above the city of Cusco – presumably they were a ritual and ceremonial centre.
The Vistadome-Train operates between Cusco and Aguas Calientes.
Well preserved stone stairs from the Inca period; the Incas have been brilliant builders!
Huayna Picchu“ – der „Young Mountain“ – one of the most famous motifs of Peru!
On a guided tour in Machu Picchu we hear many details about life at the times of the Inca regime.
Diablo Mudo (5350 m) from the pass Llaucha Punta (4850 m).
Our crew (donkey drivers with their donkeys) on the Huayhuash-circuit.
One of the numerous mountain lakes on the Huayhuash-circuit: Laguna Carhuacocha.
Ascent to Diablo Mudo (5350 m), an „easy“ mountain over 5000 m.
Diablo Mudo, brilliant viewpoint for the highest peaks of Cordillera Huayhuash.
Lagunas Quesillacocha, Siulacocha, Gangrajanca; in the background Mt. Jirishanca (6094 m).