San Pedro Market, Sacsayhuamán & Sacred Valley | Exploring Cusco, Peru | Meeting Machu Picchu Ep 012

In this episode of Meeting Machu Picchu, we dive deep into the cultural heart of Cusco, Peru! 🇵🇪 Join us as we: ✨ Wander the vibrant stalls of San Pedro Market, where locals sell everything from fresh produce to handmade alpaca goods. 🏛️ Step into history at Sacsayhuamán, the awe-inspiring Inca fortress overlooking Cusco—known for its massive stonework and mysterious precision. 🌄 Journey through the breathtaking Sacred Valley, home to ancient ruins, stunning landscapes, and living Quechua traditions. This episode is packed with insights, science, and soul—blending travel, anthropology, and personal exploration as we continue preparing for our 5-day Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu. 📍Whether you’re planning a trip to Peru or simply curious about the Andes, this is your insider’s look into the places and people that make Cusco unforgettable. ⏰ Timecodes: 00:00:23 - Introduction to Cusco 00:01:30 - San Pedro Market 00:02:37 - Inca Potato and Food Sampling 00:03:39 - Journey to Sacsayhuamán 00:05:36 - Exploring Sacsayhuamán 00:06:24 - The Living Landscape of the Sacred Valley 00:08:00 - Salt Mines and the Sacred Valley 00:13:47 - Historical Architecture of Cusco ⏭️ Next up: Our 5-day Salkantay trek through the Andes to Machu Picchu begins! Don't miss it—subscribe and hit the bell so you’re notified when Ep 013 drops. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly tips on strength, mindset, and flow: 👉 @LaraFosterFitness 🎒 Watch the full Meeting Machu Picchu playlist here: [   • Meeting Machu Picchu - High Altitude Train...  ] 📌 Follow for more: 🔹 Instagram:   / @lalaslifegarden   🔹 TikTok:   / larafosterfitness   🔹 Coaching info: https://LaraFosterFitness.com 🔹 Learn more about me here: https://LalasLifeGarden.com 🔹 Get My Book - The Healing Gem of Arcadia: https://beachbooks37.com/book/9798986... 🧘‍♀️ Designed for midlife hikers, beginner to intermediate, preparing for adventure travel and multi-day trekking at 8,000–15,000 ft elevations. #Cusco #SacredValley #SanPedroMarket #Sacsayhuaman #MachuPicchu #PeruTravel #Peru #MeetingMachuPicchu #TravelVlog #IncaRuins #TravelSeries #LaraFosterFitness #SalkantayTrek