Tag: Cusco Peru

• Wednesday, June 25th 2025 - 08:42 UTC

  Semi-acquatic rodent discovered in Machu Picchu area

  

  A new semi-aquatic rodent, named Incanomys mayopuma, was discovered near Machu Picchu in Peru’s Cusco region at 2,800 meters above sea level. This small mammal, with gray fur, vestigial ears, and hind legs adapted for aquatic life, represents both a new genus and species.

• Saturday, July 7th 2018 - 06:48 UTC

  Some 50.000 tourists gather for the Sun Festival at Cuzco in the Peruvian Andes

  

  Some 50,000 people gathered on the surrounding hills of Cusco (Emufec) in Peru with the purpose of seeing the impressive Inti Raymi event, which takes place on 3 scenes staged in 3 different places.