In 1911, a US professor claimed he found the secret mountain stronghold of the last Incan king. 53 years later, a new explorer proved him wrong – and the BBC followed in his footsteps.

The Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu is one of those bucket list treks; however, it is often quite crowded. Instead, try out ...

Ancient DNA from Inca mummies is the first genetic proof that European colonists brought smallpox to the Americas. The post These 500-year-old Inca mummies just proved Europeans brought smallpox to ...

The massive walls of Sacsayhuamán above Cusco showcase exceptionally precise mortarless Inca masonry. Irregular blocks meet ...

A Kentucky State University student is studying how Incan terracing could benefit farming in Appalachia. The technique can prevent flooding, improve soil quality and allow for diverse crop growth on ...

Globally, people currently use roughly 7,500 languages, but it is a far cry from the peak number historically.

New global rankings reveal the best places to build a life abroad – and the people who have made the move explain why.

Ocean air, history and a kaleidoscope of flavours collide in the Peruvian capital of Peru. Starting with dining, here are the ...

Suzie McCracken spent two years biking the length of the Americas. She vowed it wouldn’t change her. But 14 countries later, ...

A total solar eclipse will sweep across northern Spain on August 12 in one of Europe's most anticipated astronomical events ...

The oldest virus samples found on American soil had already fully adapted to humans ...

Bath & Body Works announced its Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas collection on August 12, 2026 — two new fragrances for Jack Skellington and Sally, a first-of-its-kind layered wax ...