Locals dress in historic costumes and perform traditional dances, there are processions through the street, and delicious food is shared around.
The solstice falls on the 24th of June in Peru and the celebrations last for nine days, giving visitors a fascinating glimpse into the rich culture of the Incan people. Locals dress in historic costumes and perform traditional dances, there are processions through the street, and delicious food is shared around. There’s even a llama sacrifice – although, happily, nowadays this is only a simulation!