Want to discover Peru? Here are some articles you might find interesting: Cusco, nestled at an altitude of over 3,400 m in the Peruvian Andes, is a city of great historic and cultural importance.

That said, at an altitude of more than 11,000 feet, exploring Cusco requires stamina. Should you need to catch your breath, it's easy to flag down a taxi. Buses, often called colectivos or combis ...