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Peru is recognized as the best cultural destination
Peru was established as the “Cultural tourism destination of the year” in the prestigious Voyage Awards 2023. The award given by the leading high-end travel magazine, Voyage, recognizes our country as one of the favorite places for elite Chinese travelers. Competing with emblematic destinations such as Australia, Spain, Jordan, Ireland, Croatia, among others, “Peru stood […]
IPE: losses due to protests and mismanagement in Machu Picchu would reach S/460 million in 2023
Cusco in crisis. At the end of the third quarter of 2023, the accumulated flow of tourists to Machu Picchu fell 8% and reached its lowest levels in 2011, especially due to the departure of natural travelers from Chile, reported the Peruvian Institute of Economics (IPE). Losses would be around S/460 million. According to the […]
Despite warnings from UNESCO, Mincetur announces in Davos an increase in capacity at Machu Picchu
During his participation in the Davos World Economic Forum (Switzerland), the Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism, Juan Carlos Mathews, insisted that in 2024 the capacity at Machu Picchu will increase despite the observations of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization ( UNESCO), reported EFE. The official acknowledged that UNESCO set a limit […]
Cusco: Mincul declares reorganization of the DDC after controversy over tickets to Machu Picchu
The Decentralized Directorate of Culture (DDC) of Cusco will be subjected to an evaluation to review “critical processes that ensure its effective and efficient operation, as well as improve the quality of the services it provides to citizens.” Join the La República WhatsApp channel Price of the dollar in Peru: what is the exchange rate […]
Machu Picchu launches promotional entry rates with 50% discount starting in 2024
Machu Picchu, wonder of the world and the most important ceremonial site in Andean Peru, will have promotional rates for entry starting January 1, 2024, reported the Ministry of Culture (Mincul). This discount with promotional rates to access the historic Sanctuary, located in the Imperial City of Cusco, will be established at certain times, with […]
After new capacity at Machu Picchu, Mincetur hopes to close the year with 2.5 million tourists
The Deputy Minister of Tourism, Madeleine Burns, assured that the new capacity of Machu Picchu would allow it to close in 2023 with 2.5 million incoming tourists, higher than the 2 million initially projected. In dialogue with National Radio, the official stressed that her sector is making efforts to recover pre-pandemic levels of visitors to […]
Mincul confirms an increase of up to 40% in capacity at Machu Picchu, despite warnings from UNESCO
The Ministry of Culture (Mincul) announced the unanimous approval of its technical proposal to establish a dynamic capacity capacity of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu – that is, flexible – of between 4,500 and 5,600 tourists, from the current 4,044. The increase in capacity had already been advanced by the Vice Minister of Tourism […]
Cusco: what is the risk of increasing the capacity of visits to Machupicchu, the wonder of the world?
Machu Picchu, one of the most important tourist spots in Peru and sixth wonder of the world, will increase its capacity, which will go from 4,044 to 5,600 visitors per day, not including those who access through the Inca Trail in progress. The decision was approved unanimously and had the approval of the main authorities, […]
Machu Picchu increases its capacity and will receive up to 5,600 visitors daily
The decision was made in conjunction with the authorities of the regional government of Cusco and seeks to strengthen the economy in the area. Join the La República WhatsApp channel Price of the dollar today in Peru: what is the exchange rate for this Friday, December 1? Payment schedule at Banco de la Nación: official […]