Search Results for: wachuma
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Traditional Remedies
Wachuma, Ancient Medicine for The Body, Mind and Spirit
The wachuma or cactus of San Pedro is an important part of Andean ancestral medicine, today people from all over…
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Commentary
The Andean Cosmos and Wachuma, a Talk in Cuzco’s Municipal Library
April is the month of the earth and all the planet take a pause in their daily lives to salute…
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Health
Florida Water Refreshes, Cleanses, and Renews
The florida water is a cologne with a relaxing aroma for the body, mind and spirit, many people around the…
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Culture
Protector of Homes, The San Pedro Cactus
The famous San Pedro cactus grows commonly in the central Andes of Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is commonly used…
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Health
Mapacho, Our Traditional Tobacco
Mapacho is a potent species of natural tobacco without artificial chemicals. We see it as distinct from cigarettes since for…
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News
Tourist Dies in Ayahuasca Rite
Ayahuasca is an Amazonia drink that many Peruvian and foreign tourists seek by coming to Cusco. They hope to take…
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Commentary
Last Night’s Full Moon in Cuzco
Yesterday’s full moon-rise was really special. The moon appeared above Ausangate and illuminated the whole City of the Incas with…
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Archeology
The Temple of the Moon and its Marvels
Cuzco is a small city but a charming one. The city holds many attractions, for tourist and locals. Saqsayhuaman and…
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Commentary
Psychoactive Plants Find Increasing Use in Cuzco
Since ancient times, the indigenous people of Peru and much of the rest of South America have consumed a number…
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Food & Drinks
A New Sun Rises as Crosses are Feasted in Cuzco
Today is a feast day with historical resonance throughout the Andes and especially in Cuzco. It is the Feast of…
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