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Oaxaca MX where History, Gastronomy, Mezcal, Art and Culture blend

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The most famous landmark and a World Heritage site in Oaxaca City is the Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman built in 1551. There are three sections to the church and two bell towers. It has a rich history that has survived earthquakes, been occupied by various military forces, and served as a theological center. It now houses a museum, an ethnobotanical garden, and a theology center with a library. An ancient book displayed in the Theological Library. The old convent where the cultural museum is located. The interior of the Templo is shining with impressive gold work.  The gardens of the Templo house an impressive collection of regional botanical species. Let's Eat!! Levadura de Olla, with a Michelin star, requires reservations, and it can take several days. The wait was worth it. The tamale covered with two types of mole and laced with squash blossoms was fantastic. The heirloom tomato salad was unbelievable, with 8 different tomatoes beautifully arranged and lightly covered with a...
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Peru III - Cusco and boating down the Madre de Dios

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The National Bird of Peru - Andean Cock-of-the-Rock Please visit Peru I and Peru II. After deciding to explore Machu Picchu and indulge in bird watching, our next task was to find a bird guide who could also show us the cultural sites. Our search led us to Habitats Peru Travel (https://habitatsperu.com/)  and Doris Valencia, one of the owners. With years of birding experience, Doris is one of the best bird guides in Peru. She designed and set up our entire trip, tailoring it to our interests. In Cusco: We had a four-day stay in Cusco to rest from hiking and traveling. Cusco is a large city, but it feels like a village. It is easier to see the size from the night photo. There are many quaint side streets that walkers can enjoy. The Incas were master stonemasons who achieved perfectly cut stones that fit together so precisely without mortar that even a knife blade could not be inserted between them. The precision of Inca stonework is awe-inspiring, seen in structures like the Sacsayh...
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