Roughly halfway between Cusco and Lima, AYACUCHO ("Purple Soul", in the Quechua language) sits in the Andes around 2800m high in one of Peru's most archaeologically important valleys, with evidence such as ancient stone tools found in nearby caves at Pikimachay, which suggest that the region has been occupied for over 20,000 years. It's an attractive colonial city, with splendid churches and mansions packed together in dense blocks around the central Plaza de Armas. Its climate, despite the altitude, is pleasant all year round – dry and temperate with blue skies nearly every day – and temperatures average 16°C (60°F). The surrounding hills are covered with cacti, broom bushes and agave plants, adding a distinctive atmosphere to the city.
Despite the political problems of the last few years, most people on the streets of Ayacucho, although quiet and reserved (seemingly saving their energy for the city's boisterous fiestas), are helpful, friendly and kind. You'll find few people speak any English; Quechua is the city's first language, though most of the town's inhabitants can also speak some Spanish.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
READY, SET, GO!!!
Well, the time has come, we are all packed, setting our alarms for EARLY in the morning to head to the airport!!! God, we are ready, willing, and able to go.....Please make everything flow smoothly so we can get to Ayacucho without any bumps in the road!!! Give peace, health, and energy to us all to do the best we can while out in Peru. May your will be done!!! Can't wait to see all our Peruvian friends and the beautiful land of Ayacucho. Stay tuned for more events and excitement!!!
Roughly halfway between Cusco and Lima, AYACUCHO ("Purple Soul", in the Quechua language) sits in the Andes around 2800m high in one of Peru's most archaeologically important valleys, with evidence such as ancient stone tools found in nearby caves at Pikimachay, which suggest that the region has been occupied for over 20,000 years. It's an attractive colonial city, with splendid churches and mansions packed together in dense blocks around the central Plaza de Armas. Its climate, despite the altitude, is pleasant all year round – dry and temperate with blue skies nearly every day – and temperatures average 16°C (60°F). The surrounding hills are covered with cacti, broom bushes and agave plants, adding a distinctive atmosphere to the city.
Despite the political problems of the last few years, most people on the streets of Ayacucho, although quiet and reserved (seemingly saving their energy for the city's boisterous fiestas), are helpful, friendly and kind. You'll find few people speak any English; Quechua is the city's first language, though most of the town's inhabitants can also speak some Spanish.
Roughly halfway between Cusco and Lima, AYACUCHO ("Purple Soul", in the Quechua language) sits in the Andes around 2800m high in one of Peru's most archaeologically important valleys, with evidence such as ancient stone tools found in nearby caves at Pikimachay, which suggest that the region has been occupied for over 20,000 years. It's an attractive colonial city, with splendid churches and mansions packed together in dense blocks around the central Plaza de Armas. Its climate, despite the altitude, is pleasant all year round – dry and temperate with blue skies nearly every day – and temperatures average 16°C (60°F). The surrounding hills are covered with cacti, broom bushes and agave plants, adding a distinctive atmosphere to the city.
Despite the political problems of the last few years, most people on the streets of Ayacucho, although quiet and reserved (seemingly saving their energy for the city's boisterous fiestas), are helpful, friendly and kind. You'll find few people speak any English; Quechua is the city's first language, though most of the town's inhabitants can also speak some Spanish.
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