Huaraz is the capital of the region of Ancash, in north-central Peru. It is located about 420 kilometers north of the city of Lima, in the valley of Callej?n de Huaylas. It is also considered the most important commercial center of the region.
This region was reached by Spanish conquerors in 1533 but wasn't established as a town until 1574, when Captain Alonso de Santoyo founded the town and named it "San Sebasti?n de Huaraz".
The city is surrounded by many beautiful natural attractions, such as lagoons and of course, the famous Huascar?n, the highest peak in Peru, which is largely visited by adventurers willing to climb its height. Nearby, visitors can find the Huascar?n National Park, a stunning place which was declared a World Heritage by UNESCO in 1985.
If you're looking for peace in the middle of wonderful landscapes, a hotel huaraz would definitely be the wiser choice.
Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu town, is a small town located in the Urubamba River valley. It is famous for being the gateway to the magnificent citadel of Machu Picchu. Because of that, this small town receives a large quantity of visitors every year. No wonder its main activity is tourism.
The town offers a large variety of cozy hotels and restaurants, as well as many souvenirs shops. People visiting Machu Picchu usually choose to stay in a hotel aguas calientes, which is a good option for those who need some rest after and exhausting full-day excursion. Aguas calientes also boasts outdoor thermal baths, just 15 minute's walk out of town.