Question Everything- Seeking the True History through Archaeological Research
Episode #30 In this episode we speak with Brien Foerester, brilliant author & cultural researcher about the artifacts, folklore, rituals and archaeological sites left behind by ancient cultures.

Graffiti + Street Art = Culture
Words and symbols are all around us. Sometimes they are part the environment but they always part of the culture. Often times, we find the messages contained universal. Street art has always been my favorite way to get a sense of  the local culture. I hope you enjoy this series of street shot around Lima, Peru.

Ancient Ruins in the heart of Lima?
When you think of Peru and ruins of course you think of the awesome grandeur of the Incan ruins at Machu Picchu. But there are also many other ruins in Peru that are just as exciting and they offer visitors an incredible glimpse into the incredible history of Peru.
One such set of ruins are the Huaca Pucllana ruins, located in Miraflores, a suburb of Lima. The ruins at this site were originally constructed by the Lima culture.

The Lima culture was a pre-Inca indigenous culture …

Visiting the Brüning Museum in Lambayeque, Peru
Peru continues to  fascinate us. Its rich and diverse culture can easily capture the interest of any traveler, Miro and I included. The archaeological remains from the Inca and pre-Inca cultures as well as other pre-Hispanic cultures play a significant role in creating the rich cultural and historical experience in  Peru.

A visit to the Brüning Museum, in Lambayeque Peru is a good way to both get an overview of these cultures and to also examine specific aspects of them in great detail.
The Brüning Museum was founded …

Chiclayo was our base for our visits to  Tucume Pyramids, Lambayeque,  the Tumbes of Sipan, the Ferrenafe Musuem and the Bruning Museum, so we thought we’d share with you a little about this city too.  (Wow, we were busy here!)  Besides eating the most wonderful ceviche ever and dancing mingling with amazing families of Chiclayo, we loved this buzzing metropolis for all it’s charm and welcoming locals.
History
Chiclayo in Peru was initially founded in the 16th century by a Spanish priest as a village and until the 19th century continued as a small town. It is only in the …

Peru Highlights
Peru is Latin America’s third-largest country and a land of spectacular landscapes. There are three distinct regions: the coastal plains, the Andes Mountains and the Amazon rain forest. The coastal region is home to the majority of the Peruvian population. It is a popular destination and if you visit, backpackers travel insurance should provide comprehensive cover.

The Capital
Peru’s capital city, Lima, was called “Cuidad de los Reyes” (City of the Kings) by its founder, the Spanish conquistador, Francisco Pizarro. Lima’s historical centre boasts architectural treasures from the Spanish colonial era …