Cusco is Peru’s historic capital, gateway to Machu Picchu, and a living relic of the Inca and colonial eras.
A small passenger plane carrying 13 people, including 11 foreign tourists and two crew, has crashed near Nazca, Peru, killing all aboard. The aircraft was operated by Aerodiana and had departed from Ica/Pisco for a sightseeing flight over the Nazca Lines. Authorities are investigating the cause amid strong winds that had disrupted flights earlier in the day.
The Vatican confirms a November 6–17 Latin America tour, with stops in Uruguay, Argentina and Peru. Leo has deep ties to Peru, including former tenure as Chiclayo bishop and Peruvian citizenship, making Chiclayo a key moment of the visit. Argentina and France are also on the itinerary, continuing a busy early pontificate.