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May 22, 2016

Peru: A Visual Delight

By WT Staff Brian McGilloway
Latin America Cultural Photography Traveler Stories

Vast Landscapes, Iconic Ruins, and Brilliant Colors Through Our Photo Editor’s Lens

In addition to being Photo Editor at WT, I’ve been fortunate to have had the chance to photograph many of our trips. I’ve seen amazing landscapes and found warm hospitality in even the most remote places, and my experience on our Peru Explorer adventure was no exception.

The mountains and valleys of Peru are rugged, their contours making for great plays of light and shadow. And the people of Peru wear incredible, vibrant colors—and are wonderfully open to travelers. We stayed at the Sanctuary Lodge, right outside the gates of Machu Picchu, which was ideal for photographing the ruins at first light. Being able to wander the ruins before the crowds arrived was incredible—I felt as if I were the first one to discover it. Our group had amazing experiences across Peru, from watching condors at Colca Canyon to Lake Titicaca and exploring the sites of the Sacred Valley. Our fearless Trip Leader Diana Hildago, was absolutely brilliant in bringing Peru’s history and culture to life.

A group of alpacas grazes on grass and drinks from a stream in the mountainous landscape of Peru, creating a visual delight under the cloudy sky.
Arequipa
A visual delight, a stone building in Peru overlooks a rocky riverbed surrounded by desert vegetation and hills under a partly cloudy sky.
Colca Lodge, Arequipa
A leafy pergola with hanging fern plants and potted flowers lines a stone pathway, creating a visual delight. A person sitting on a bench is partially visible in the background. Large ceramic pots adorn the grassy area, evoking an ambiance reminiscent of Peru's charming gardens.
Museo Larco Herrera, Lima
A panoramic view of a mountainous landscape in Peru with terraced fields and a winding river in the valley under a clear sky offers a true visual delight.
Colca Canyon
A lone house and a small building sit in a barren landscape under a blue sky with a single cloud, creating a visual delight. In the background, a large, conical mountain rises majestically, reminiscent of the stunning vistas found in Peru.
Arequipa
Elevated fish-shaped reed structure surrounded by reed huts in a marshland area with hills in the background, offering a visual delight reminiscent of Peru's unique landscapes.
Uros Islands, Lake Titicaca
A group of people in traditional Peruvian clothing play musical instruments near a body of water, with mountains providing a visual delight in the background.
Taquili Island, Lake Titicaca
Visitors walk along grassy terrain in front of large, ancient stone walls composed of precisely cut rocks in a terraced formation, offering a visual delight that captures the historical essence of Peru.
Saqsayhuaman, Cusco
People in traditional attire, including colorful woven garments and masks, gather and perform in front of a historic building with ornate architecture on a sunny day, offering a visual delight reminiscent of vibrant celebrations in Peru.
Cusco
A visual delight, this scenic view of Machu Picchu in Peru showcases ruins in the foreground with a towering mountain under a partly cloudy sky.
Machu Picchu
A man with a camera sits next to an elderly person in traditional attire, both smiling warmly. The elderly person holds a knitted item, creating a visual delight. They are sitting outdoors with a wall behind them, capturing the essence of Peru.
Me and my new best friend

If you’re a hiker, photographer, or are fascinated by ancient cultures, this is a dream trip!

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