Peru

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Guide to Peru

Basic Information

The popularity of Peru as a tourist destination is primarily due to the numerous mysteries and riddles of ancient civilizations. Scientists are still debating how the temple structures of Machu Picchu were built and by what miracle they have survived to this day. No less striking are the multi-kilometer images of animals and correct geometric figures drawn in an unknown way on the Nazca Plateau.

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Capital

Lima

Language

Spanish, Quechua, Aymara

Currency

Peruvian New Salt (PEN)

Time zone

−5:00

Population

32 162 184

Territory

1 285 216 km²

Dishes worth trying:

Casuela — thick soup, with the addition of different types of meat and vegetables

Seviche — marinated raw fish with seafood

Chicharron — salted pork fat and skin, fried in pieces

Anticuchos — A Peruvian street food that is more often made with beef on skewers

Tamale — mashed potatoes wrapped in corn leaves with meat and cheese

Seco de Cabrito — goat meat stewed in pots with herbs and spices

Things to do in to Peru

To make the most of your Peru vacation, we advise:

Climb to the top of Machu Picchu
Admire the scenery of the Cotouasi Canyon
Unravel the mysterious drawings in the desert near Nazca
Walk across a bridge that is made of grass in Moray
Visit the highest city in the world - La Rinconada

Tips

The best time to travel to Peru is from April to October, when there is no rain in the mountains.

Peru is generally a calm and safe country. But the greatest vigilance should be exercised in Lima: use only official cabs, take off and remove jewelry and do not go to areas where it is not recommended to go.

Vaccination (yellow fever vaccination) is NOT required to enter Peru. Vaccination is only mandatory if you intend to travel to the Amazon jungle.

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Sights

Most of the attractions of Peru are related to the culture of ancient people who used to inhabit the territory of the country. In addition, Peru amazes with the beauty of its landscapes, Spanish colonial buildings and memorable structures.

Machu Picchu

It is considered the main attraction of Peru. To this day, this lost city deep in the Peruvian Andes holds a lot of secrets and mysteries.

Waskaran Park

In 1975, this protected area was included in the UNESCO natural heritage list.

The Nazca Lines

Giant figures inscribed on the desert plateau are scattered over an area of 520 km2.

Tours to Peru

The bright colors of Peru are the dream of many travelers. Those who have been here dream of coming back again. Those who have not been - buy at least a week's tour to get acquainted with the country. The long line of quiet Okenas beaches is not the only thing that attracts tourists to this country. The best beaches and near-beach activities are only a small part of the recreation that the local infrastructure can offer. Upon arrival, be sure to take a tour of the Amazon and the famous Lake Titicaca. Fans of natural beauty are offered sightseeing tours of the Nazca Desert, local parks and botanical gardens. Almost any trip involves viewing the remains of the Inca civilization, as well as the heritage of colonists - Spanish mansions, Catholic cathedrals, etc. But you should prepare for such a trip in advance, focusing on its high cost. After all, you will have to fly through all of Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, as well as cross the South American continent. Such air travel can not be cheap. And even if you find inexpensive options for accommodation in Peru, the price of a vacation in the country will be impressive. For example, a trip to Lima to the ocean coast for two people for two weeks will cost 4,000 USD. Finding a hot option in this direction is also not easy. But if you subscribe to tripmydream newsletter, you will not miss any hot deals.

Where to go to Peru?

From the point of view of history and culture, the country is so attractive that you will have plenty of places to go in Peru. The geographical location of the country allows for beach vacations, excursions, entertainment and extreme vacations.

Holidays in Peru in spring

This is the most favorable time of the year, as March has the highest number of sunny days. Although spring is a great time to visit the Andes, precipitation in the Amazon jungle makes the weather in Peru unpredictable in spring. East of the mountains, rainfall becomes significantly less, yet humidity remains uncomfortably high.

Holidays in Peru in summer

June through August are considered the coldest months of the year. The weather in Peru in summer is characterized by air temperatures of around +18ºC. In mountainous areas the temperature can drop to +5ºC. In early June there are many festivals and folk festivals in the country, so a vacation in Peru in summer will not seem boring and monotonous. Locals consider this the best time to fly to Peru at the first opportunity.

Holidays in Peru in fall

In this season you can enjoy the beauty of the Andes, see magnificent mountain lakes and the majestic Amazon. The lost cities of the Incas deserve special attention, as they still hold many mysteries and riddles. The weather in Peru in autumn is considered the most variable, as the dry season is gradually replaced by the wet season. In October, temperatures can range from +19ºC to +30ºC.

Holidays in Peru in winter

With the arrival of the first winter month in Peru comes the hot weather. Along with it comes the rainy season. If you come on vacation in Peru in winter, you should not visit the Andes and tropical forests, as the roads in this part of the country are very quickly eroded. The weather in Peru in winter varies from month to month. If in December there are about 7 rainy days, in January there are less. The average air temperature reaches +22ºC and the water temperature does not drop below +20ºC.

Climate and weather in to Peru by months

Usefulness

Things to keep in mind before traveling to Peru.

Visa to Peru

Tourist Visa to Peru is not required for citizens of Ukraine for a stay of up to 90 days.

Customs & Tax Free

Peru's customs is considered to be quite loyal. Tourists will not encounter any special difficulties while crossing the border.

Customs regulations

Phrasebook for tourists

Although Spanish is the official language in Peru, some regions use dialects. The indigenous peoples speak Quechua and Amaira. Both have had a strong influence on the official language, so even if you have a Spanish phrasebook, not everyone will be able to understand you.

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Public transport and prices

The most common public transportation is buses. Tickets are relatively inexpensive, and the buses run on a fairly convenient schedule. Foreigners must have a passport in order to travel by bus.

Transportation