Cusco, in the Peruvian Andes, was once the capital of the legendary Inca Empire.

This city in the Peruvian Andes is an important economic hub for the local indigenous people, the Quechua and a popular gathering point for travellers heading to the famed lost city of the Incas - Machu Picchu.

New concerns about "human safaris" are now being raised in Peru, where tour operators are profiting from the exploitation of indigenous tribes in the Amazon jungle.

They've no idea what to make of the strange people who have appeared on the far riverbank, wearing...

Pamela Wade finds the Inca Trail climb to Machu Picchu adds to the excitement.

A rocky climb to Machu Picchu adds excitement to the exploration of this world wonder, which was discovered in 1911.

Recap of all the club action action throughout Auckland, Counties Manukau and North Harbour.

A place on the San Pellegrino World's 50 Best Restaurants has become one of the most sought-after honours for restaurateurs.

Japan's biggest quake since records began triggered a shocking 10m tsunami. See how the quake ranks in history.

New Zealand Football's vying against Peru, Tunisia and Wales to host the under-20 men's World Cup in 2015.

New Zealander Paige Hareb has finished second at the world surfing games in Peru.

Peru's attractions extend far beyond a mountain-top Inca ruin, writes Chris Reed.

David King and Bec Johnston discover the special joys of taking a 10-month-old girl on a six-month journey round South America.

The first man to walk the entire length of the Amazon river put his NZ-made backpacks through some serious paces.