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SUMMARY:The Virgin Carmen (Mamacha Carmen)
DESCRIPTION:The festivity of the Virgin Carmen in Paucartambo is a vibrant and deeply rooted celebration held in the town of Paucartambo\, located in the Cusco region of Peru. The festival\, which blends indigenous Andean traditions with Catholicism\, takes place annually in July and is dedicated to the Virgin Carmen\, the patron saint of Paucartambo. \n\n\n\nThe festivity of the Virgin Carmen in Paucartambo is renowned for its colorful processions\, traditional dances\, and lively music. It attracts both locals and visitors who come to experience the unique cultural heritage and spiritual significance of the event. \n\n\n\nThe festival begins with a series of religious ceremonies and Masses held in honor of the Virgin Carmen. The main highlight is the procession of the Virgin’s image through the streets of Paucartambo. The statue\, adorned with intricate garments and jewelry\, is carried on a beautifully decorated float\, accompanied by devotees singing hymns and offering prayers. \n\n\n\nOne of the most iconic aspects of the festival is the participation of various dance groups known as “comparsas.” These groups\, consisting of men\, women\, and children\, perform traditional dances that reflect the region’s history and folklore. The dancers wear elaborate costumes and masks\, often depicting mythical creatures\, animals\, or historical characters. \n\n\n\nOne of the notable dances during the Virgin Carmen festivity is the “Qhapaq Qolla” dance. This dance portrays the historical rivalry between the Inca Empire and the Qhapaq Qolla people\, representing the triumph of the Inca over their adversaries. The dancers showcase impressive footwork\, rhythmic movements\, and elaborate choreography. \n\n\n\nAnother celebrated dance is the “Saqra” dance\, where participants don colorful masks and costumes resembling demons or devils. This dance symbolizes the eternal battle between good and evil and serves as a reminder of the importance of spirituality and faith. \n\n\n\nThroughout the festivity\, the streets of Paucartambo come alive with vibrant decorations\, music\, and fireworks. The air is filled with the sounds of brass bands\, drums\, and flutes\, adding to the festive atmosphere. \n\n\n\nThe festivity of the Virgin Carmen in Paucartambo not only celebrates the religious devotion to the Virgin but also serves as a cultural expression and a community gathering. It provides an opportunity for the people of Paucartambo to strengthen their bonds\, showcase their traditions\, and pass on their ancestral heritage to future generations. \n\n\n\nIn summary\, the festivity of the Virgin Carmen in Paucartambo is a captivating and lively celebration that blends religious fervor\, traditional dances\, and cultural expressions. It is a time of joy\, spirituality\, and unity\, where the community pays homage to their patron saint and celebrates their rich cultural identity.
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/the-virgin-carmen-mamacha-carmen/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20250412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20250419T170000
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SUMMARY:Semana Santa (Holy Week)
DESCRIPTION:Semana Santa (Holy Week) \n\n\n\nCusco: Elaborate processions with ornate statues of Christ and the Virgin Mary\, accompanied by incense\, flowers\, and Andean hymns. The Señor de los Temblores (Lord of the Earthquakes) procession on Easter Monday is iconic.
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/11904/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20250422T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20250422T170000
DTSTAMP:20250330T185114Z
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SUMMARY:National Pisco Day (Día Nacional del Pisco Sour)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Nationwide (best in Lima\, Ica) \n\n\n\nHighlights: \n\n\n\nCelebrates Peru’s iconic cocktail with tastings\, bar competitions\, and live criollo music.
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/national-pisco-day-dia-nacional-del-pisco-sour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20250501T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20250502T170000
DTSTAMP:20250330T185403Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T185403Z
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SUMMARY:Virgen de Chapi Pilgrimage
DESCRIPTION:Location: Arequipa (desert shrine\, 45km from the city) \n\n\n\nHighlights: \n\n\n\nOver 100\,000 devotees walk barefoot through the desert to honor the Virgin. \n\n\n\nFireworks\, traditional picantería food\, and yaraví music (Andean lament songs).
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/virgen-de-chapi-pilgrimage/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20250503T170000
DTSTAMP:20250330T185307Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T185307Z
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SUMMARY:Fiesta de las Cruces (Festival of the Crosses)
DESCRIPTION:Locations: Nationwide (most famous in Cusco\, Lima\, and Huánuco) \n\n\n\nHighlights: \n\n\n\nCelebrates the Christian cross blended with Inca earth worship (Pachamama). \n\n\n\nCusco: Neighborhoods compete with ornate crosses adorned with flowers and mirrors. \n\n\n\nHuánuco: Danza de los Negritos (dance honoring Afro-Peruvian heritage).
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/fiesta-de-las-cruces-festival-of-the-crosses/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20250608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20250614T170000
DTSTAMP:20250330T185914Z
CREATED:20250330T185912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T185914Z
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SUMMARY:Q'eswachaka Bridge Festival
DESCRIPTION:Location: Canas Province\, Cusco \n\n\n\nHighlights: \n\n\n\nAnnual rebuilding of the last Inca grass bridge using traditional techniques \n\n\n\nCommunity participation with offerings to Apus (mountain spirits) \n\n\n\nUNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage event
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/qeswachaka-bridge-festival/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20250615T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20250618T170000
DTSTAMP:20250330T184257Z
CREATED:20250330T184254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T184257Z
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SUMMARY:Qoyllur Rit’i Pilgrimage (Precursor to Corpus Christi)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Sinakara Valley (Cusco)\, near Ocongate \n\n\n\nHighlights: \n\n\n\nOne of Peru’s most sacred Andean festivals\, blending Inca sun worship (Inti) with Catholicism. \n\n\n\nThousands hike to 4\,800m to honor the Señor de Qoyllur Rit’i (Christ appearing as a mountain spirit). \n\n\n\nDancers in colorful masks (ukukus) perform rituals to bless crops.
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/qoyllur-riti-pilgrimage-precursor-to-corpus-christi/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20250619T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20250619T170000
DTSTAMP:20250330T185757Z
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SUMMARY:Corpus Christi
DESCRIPTION:Location: Cusco \n\n\n\nHighlights: \n\n\n\n15 saints and virgins paraded from churches to Cusco Cathedral \n\n\n\nTraditional dishes like chiriuchu (cold spicy platter) \n\n\n\nQ’apaq Negro dance performances
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/corpus-christi/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20250623T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20250625T170000
DTSTAMP:20250330T185620Z
CREATED:20250330T185617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T185620Z
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SUMMARY:Fiesta de San Juan (St. John's Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Amazon regions (especially Iquitos\, Pucallpa\, Tarapoto) \n\n\n\nHighlights: \n\n\n\nCelebrates the Amazonian winter solstice with water purification rituals \n\n\n\nTraditional dances like the pandilla and humisha (tree cutting ceremony) \n\n\n\nFeast of juanes (seasoned rice wrapped in bijao leaves)
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/fiesta-de-san-juan-st-johns-festival/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20250624T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20250624T170000
DTSTAMP:20250330T190029Z
CREATED:20250330T185528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T190029Z
UID:11919-1750752000-1750784400@www.bestandestravel.com
SUMMARY:Inti Raymi (Festival of the Sun)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Cusco (Sacsayhuamán fortress) \n\n\n\nHighlights: \n\n\n\nThe most important Inca festival\, honoring the sun god Inti \n\n\n\nSpectacular reenactment of ancient Inca rituals with 500+ participants in traditional costumes \n\n\n\nIncludes offerings to Pachamama (Mother Earth) and ceremonial coca leaf readings
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/inti-raymi-festival-of-the-sun/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20251101T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20251101T235959
DTSTAMP:20251031T232447Z
CREATED:20251031T232204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T232447Z
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SUMMARY:All Saints' Day (Día de Todos los Santos)
DESCRIPTION:This is a solemn and family-oriented holiday. Families gather to remember and honor their deceased loved ones. It is customary to attend mass and visit cemeteries to clean and decorate the graves with flowers\, particularly orange marigolds (cempasúchil). A unique tradition is the preparation and consumption of “Lechón” (suckling pig) and “T’anta Wawa” – bread shaped like babies or children\, which are given as gifts.
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/all-saints-day-dia-de-todos-los-santos/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20251208T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20251208T235959
DTSTAMP:20251031T232750Z
CREATED:20251031T232747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T232750Z
UID:12314-1765152000-1765238399@www.bestandestravel.com
SUMMARY:Feast of the Immaculate Conception
DESCRIPTION:Religious festival that includes masses and processions in honor of the Virgin Mary.
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/feast-of-the-immaculate-conception/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20251224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20251224T235959
DTSTAMP:20251031T233014Z
CREATED:20251031T233011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T233014Z
UID:12316-1766534400-1766620799@www.bestandestravel.com
SUMMARY:Santurantikuy Fair
DESCRIPTION:Peru’s largest folk art and traditional customs fair is held in Cusco’s Plaza de Armas. Artisans from the region exhibit and sell nativity scene figures\, especially the famous “Niños Manuelitos\,” as well as other handicrafts\, ceramics\, and paintings. It is the prelude to Christmas in Cusco.
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/santurantikuy-fair/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20260531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20260602T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T032308Z
CREATED:20260527T031802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T032308Z
UID:12918-1780214400-1780419600@www.bestandestravel.com
SUMMARY:Lord of Qoyllur Rit'i Pilgrimage
DESCRIPTION:An extraordinary mass pilgrimage deep in the Andes combining Incan glacier worship with Catholic elements (Vera Delgado & Vincent\, 2013). Tens of thousands of indigenous dancers (Ukukus) climb to the sacred sanctuary below Mount Ausangate in a deeply spiritual display of faith.
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/lord-of-qoyllur-riti-pilgrimage/
LOCATION:Sinakara Valley (Ocongate District) / Ausangate Region\, Cusco\, Peru
CATEGORIES:Festival,Indigenous,Pilgrimage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20260604T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20260605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T032619Z
CREATED:20260527T032436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T032619Z
UID:12923-1780560000-1780678800@www.bestandestravel.com
SUMMARY:Corpus Christi Cusco
DESCRIPTION:One of Cusco’s most spectacular visual events. Fifteen saints and virgins from different neighborhood parishes are carried in massive\, beautifully adorned structural litters to the Cusco Cathedral. The main square fills with music\, traditional dances\, and food stalls serving Chiriuchu (Cusco’s traditional festival dish).
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/corpus-christi-cusco/
CATEGORIES:Public Festival,Religious
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20260610T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20260623T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T033135Z
CREATED:20260527T032830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T033135Z
UID:12925-1781078400-1782234000@www.bestandestravel.com
SUMMARY:Cusco Jubilee Month Launch (Desfiles Folclóricos)
DESCRIPTION:June is Cusco’s Jubilee Month. Throughout these two weeks\, daily massive folklore parades take over the historic center. School children\, university students\, and local institutions perform synchronized traditional dances in brilliant regional attire to honor the city.
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/cusco-jubilee-month-launch-desfiles-folcloricos/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Parades
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20260624T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20260624T180000
DTSTAMP:20260527T033115Z
CREATED:20260527T032929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T033115Z
UID:12927-1782288000-1782324000@www.bestandestravel.com
SUMMARY:Inti Raymi (The Festival of the Sun)
DESCRIPTION:The absolute highlight of Cusco’s calendar. Inti Raymi is the ancient Incan winter solstice ceremony honoring the Sun God. The theatrical re-enactment spans three historic stages: beginning at Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun)\, moving to the Plaza de Armas\, and concluding with a massive main performance at the fortress of Saksaywaman.
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/inti-raymi-the-festival-of-the-sun/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Historical,Mega-Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20261016T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20261031T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T171751Z
CREATED:20260604T171748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T171751Z
UID:12989-1792137600-1793466000@www.bestandestravel.com
SUMMARY:Camino Inca: Cupos Disponibles (Octubre 2026)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.bestandestravel.com/event/camino-inca-cupos-disponibles-octubre-2026/
CATEGORIES:Disponibilidad Camino Inca
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