A Journey of Discovery at Machu Picchu by Gayle Lawrence founder of Journeys of Discovery: Mind, Body, Spirit Travel Adventures An Outer Discovery... An Inner Journey Read more about her company and tours on offer here … [Read more...]
Spirits and Shamans in Peru
When I was in Cusco, Peru, a guy called Angel crossed my path and told me about his work at a Shamanic healing centre. Shamans (medicine men) perform ancient healing ceremonies, praying to Pacha Mama (Mother Earth) and dwelling in the spiritual world. What intrigued me most was the "Ayahuasca ceremony". Ayahuasca is a Quechua word meaning "vine of the soul," and is a powerful, vile-tasting drink made from a jungle vine. The shamans use it as way … [Read more...]
