Glitchy Ticket Sales System Sparks Machu Picchu Overcrowding
A government audit has uncovered major glitches in Peru’s ticketing system for Machu Picchu, revealing thousands more visitors were allowed into the fragile Inca citadel…
Archaeological Sites
Throne Room of Female Moche Ruler Uncovered in Northern Peru
A stunning new discovery at Pañamarca, an ancient Moche site in northern Peru, has revealed a throne room that was likely used by a powerful female leader.
25 Best Archaeology Sites to Visit in Peru
Learn about the best archaeological sites to visit in Peru with this detailed guide. From Inca shrines to ancient Moche temples and a sprawling Chimú…
Important Pre-Inca Mummies and Wari Staff Idols Discovered at Pachacamac
Archaeologists just unearthed 73 pre-Inca mummies at Pachacamac, with wood and ceramic “false head” masks, along with two very important Wari idol staffs.
Machu Picchu New Rules in 2025
UPDATE: Machu Picchu has a new visitor management system with updated capacity limits and entry requirements for 2025. Machu Picchu tourist circuits were reorganized on…