Andean Crafts

Artisan Markets of Huancayo: Where to Find Authentic Andean Crafts & Textiles

If you're anything like me, your school office shelves are gradually becoming a gallery of global treasures that each tell a story. My latest collection comes from the beating heart of Peru's central highlands – Huancayo. While most travelers make...

Undiscovered Peru: Complete Travel Guide to Huancayo's Cultural Treasures

Nestled in Peru's central highlands at 3,271 meters above sea level, Huancayo remains one of the country's most overlooked cultural treasures. When I first visited this Andean gem last fall, I was immediately struck by how few international travelers ventured...