Since Machu Picchu is receiving an average of over 3,000 visitors per day, the Peruvian Government, through its Culture Ministry, tries to keep certain control and regulation over the archaeological site to preserve it and avoid deterioration. In the past it was possible to access the Machu Picchu citadel on your own without the need […]
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What it the altitude sickness? Altitude sickness is the condition that can appear to a person when traveling to altitudes above 2,500m (8,000 feet) above sea level. In the South American Andes, altitude sickness is also known as “soroche” (pronunciation is so-ɾo-tʃe) a word that comes from Quechua language. What causes altitude sickness? At high
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What money is used in South America? Unless you are financial guru or currency expert, anyone planning a trip to a new and different country comes up with the same questions about money at certain stage. Knowing about different valid currencies in each place and their exchange rates will help you get the most out
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