Cusco & Machu Picchu: More Than a Ruin—A Living World
with Michael Matousek
Saturday March 21, 2026 at 5pm
Machu Picchu is one of the most famous places on Earth, yet few travelers truly understand what they are seeing—or why it continues to move people so deeply. In this illustrated talk, veteran guide and Peru specialist Michael Matousek takes you beyond the postcard views to explore Cusco and Machu Picchu as living, connected places shaped by history, engineering, culture, and landscape.
This talk is ideal for curious travelers who want deeper context, not just bucket-list photos—and who believe great travel begins with understanding. - Michael Matousek