National Day of Pisco Sour “Learn How to Make It”
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by Walter Coraza Morveli
1y ago
Every first Saturday of February the national day of pisco sour is celebrated, the oficial cocktail of Peru. Pisco sour is also the emblematic drink of Peru, besides being a livetype drink it is the favorite of the whole country. Pisco sour is a cocktail prepared with pisco and lime juice. iOS consumption is a success and is the preference of tourists. In the city of Cusco, the capital of the Incas, Pisco sour is one of the most acclaimed cocktails by locals and foreigners, for this reason we decided to visit a place that is highly recommended. Pisco Sour por Kevin, Museo del Pisco (foto: Walt ..read more
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The Ekeko or God Of Abundance
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by Fidelus Coraza Morveli
1y ago
Every January is celebrated “the day of the ekeko”, also known as Iquiqu or tunupa. He is a deity venerated by the Bolivian people from centuries before the conquest of the South American territory by the Spaniards. His area of influence extends through the Andes of the Peru and reaches Argentina where it is usually known by other names. The ekeko’s origin goes back to the ancient people of Tiahuanaco, an ancient civilization from before the Incas, whose people adored it because they believed that it drove misfortune from their homes. After annexing the former territory of Tiahuanaco to the In ..read more
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The Feast of The Pattern of San Sebastian Cusco
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by Brayan Coraza Morveli
1y ago
The city of Cusco is a magical place that has a great cultural diversity that is actively developed throughout the year throughout the region. Every month of the year in the different districts of the city, great traditional festivals are organized, which allege the living culture and tradition from memorable times. The month of January begins with one of the biggest festivities, the Festivity of the Patron Saint Sebastian, one of the 15 saints and virgins who go out in procession in Corpus Christie. As in many festivals, the syncretism between Andean culture and Christianity begins with vario ..read more
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San Sebastian’s Famous Pear Soup Delights All
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by Brayan Coraza Morveli
1y ago
San Sebastian, a District of the City of Cuzco, is in fiesta during the month of January. Its celebration includes dance troupes, bands, and food, of course. All of this is offered in honor of its patron saint, St. Sebastian. The holy figure makes a procession through the district in the company of all the dance troupes as well as the people of the district and else where in Cusco. Pear Fruit for Sale in the Fiesta Besides the movement, color, and vigor of the dances our attention is drawn to the food. You will find a large variety of dishes available, such as the chiriuchu, one of our traditi ..read more
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Bernardo’s Encounter with a Goblin
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by Brayan Coraza Morveli
1y ago
Many stories about gold objects of great monetary value circulate in the villages of the sierra. They include figures such as the old man (machu) and the goblins, both of whom are guardians of secrets, treasures, and curses, luck and fortune. From time to time they may give happiness to anyone who is searching or who by chance runs into one of them. It is said that the goblins and Machu live in the huacas or caves where they protect their treasures. 50 years ago, people could build anywhere, whether it was on soft or rocky soil. It was enough to have a little bit of gunpowder and dynamite to b ..read more
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The Cochas, Lakes, and Beliefs About Them
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by cuzcoe@ts_@dmin
1y ago
The cocha is the name with which the lagoons and lakes are popularly known. Some are called savages or virgins because nobody has entered them and there are others to which only the shamans enter to renew their energy. It is said that not everyone can enter because in them lie many dangers. People believe that they are enchanted. A resident of the community of Pacchanta on the route to the snowy Ausangate, tells that one day three friends decided to go fishing to one of the lagoons that are close to the snow field on Ausangate. They randomly choose to go to the lagoon of Otorongo where they se ..read more
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The decent of the kings in Cusco
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by Brayan Coraza Morveli
1y ago
The year 2023 began full of good wishes, good fortune, and a lot of positivism. But the final part of the Christmas is still pending. The descent of kings in recent years, is celebrated with passion in the city of Cusco. Parishioners have a greater role in this fiesta. They follow Christian history very closely. This is the passage that is the basis for this day: “The wise men began their journey after worshiping and giving gifts to the child Jesus.” From early in the morning church bells in the whole city of Cusco can be heard. They call for the first Mass where the devotees go with their who ..read more
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A List of Auguries to Receive the New Year
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by Walter Coraza Morveli
1y ago
A few days before New Year’s Eve, most of the people of Cusco are eager to start the year in the ‘best way, with a good footing, with good fortune, and leave behind all the bad things. In the city of Cusco we have a variety of omens of good luck to help us receive the new year well. “The way you receive the new year is how you will live throughout the year” Although it seems surprising, Cusqueños are very superstitious. We inherited many customs and superstitions from our grandparents, our own Andean culture, and others that come from Western culture. Most people practice these auguries with ..read more
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Why should we eat pork in the New Year?
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by Brayan Coraza Morveli
1y ago
In many places, the dish to receive the New Year is pork-based. Every year,dishes such as adobo, roast pork, grilled pork, and many other dishes are prepared. Even so, many people prepare it without knowing the meaning since this tradition is passed on from parents to children. Im many cultures pork has specific meanings, for example in China the pig is the 12th zodiac sign and the meaning attributed to it is luck in money and riches. In Europe the meaning changes. The pig is something magical, that brings luck. In other places it also has the meaning of fertility and abundance. To receive the ..read more
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The Joy of the Child
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by David Knowlton
1y ago
Cusco’s plaza is filled with vendors and excitement, today, the second day of Santurantikuy and Christmas Eve. People come to see what is offered and to have an anticucho (a grilled meat skewer from a smoke-filled corner of the square). The market is about selling figures of the Christ child, the niño Manuel, and others that go into making up the manger scene found in almost every home since tonight at midnight people will place the “new-born” infant in a manger in the scene. This is the culmination of Christmas here, while fireworks go off and people are gathered in families to laugh, jo ..read more
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