Peru Dates to Know: Independence Day and Inti Raymi

Peru Dates to Know: Independence Day and Inti Raymi

Author: Cachi Life August 4, 2020 Duration: 23:59

Peru has quite a few important dates that we recently just passed. The Inti Raymi celebration takes place every year on June 22 which coincides with the Winter Solstice. There is also Peru Independence Day which falls every year on July 28. Finally, August first is Pachamama Day where we celebrate Mother Earth. These are some of the biggest celebrations of the year. However, this year was a bit of a downer due to Covid-19. Therefore we give an update on the situation in Peru and what we are planning going forward. 

 

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:49] Before we jump into today's episode please rate, review, and subscribe to the Peru Travel Podcast!
  • [00:55] Kevin has moved out of the studio and now it's just Dave and his dogs.
  • [01:41] Today is Pachamama Day and what that means and how to celebrate Mother Earth.
  • [03:08] October 1 is important for those looking to get Inca Trail permits.
  • [04:02] Why we're deciding to do the Inca Trail in January during the rainy season.
  • [05:26] What is this Inca Trail vlog we're planning?
  • [05:37] What is June 22? The Inti Raymi celebration.
  • [06:04] History of sacrifices during historical Inti Raymi.
  • [06:46] The three locations of the Inti Raymi celebration in Cusco.
  • [07:38] The Plaza de Armas has a procession as the second step of the celebration.
  • [08:05] When did Inti Raymi get banned?
  • [08:30] The two Peruvians who started the Inti Raymi celebration in 1944. 
  • [09:36] The Peruvian Independence Day or Fiestas Patrias is July 28.
  • [10:07] How Peru came into existence during the 1500s from the Spanish.
  • [12:20] The fight for independence against the Spanish.
  • [14:15] How Peru celebrates Independence Day today. 
  • [17:25] February 1st the Inca trail closes for the month.
  • [17:30] May 1 is Labor Day in Peru.
  • [18:01] Covid-19 update from Peru. 
  • [20:31] The Machu Picchu ebook is coming which will help to support David and his family in Peru during Covid-19 and the reduction of travel.
  • [22:01] Planned expansion to Bolivia.

 

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There’s a lot more to Peru than the postcard-perfect snapshot of Machu Picchu. Peru Travel Podcast, brought to you by the team at Cachi Life, digs into the rich, layered, and sometimes surprising realities of traveling in this incredible country. Each episode feels like a casual, informative chat with friends who know the terrain intimately. You’ll hear firsthand stories from the winding streets of Lima and the high-altitude markets of Cusco to the quiet corners of the Amazon, all focused on giving you a deeper, more respectful understanding of your destination. This isn't just a checklist of attractions; it's about the textures of daily life, the nuances of local customs, and practical advice that goes beyond the guidebook. We talk about the small moments that make a trip memorable-the taste of a dish you can’t pronounce, the feeling of arriving somewhere entirely new, and the simple dos and don'ts that help you connect. Tuning into this podcast is like getting a thoughtful, pre-trip briefing from someone who wants you to have an authentic and smooth experience. Whether you're deep in planning or just dreaming of future adventures, these conversations aim to prepare you not just logistically, but culturally, for everything Peru has to offer.
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