| No matter if you are in pursuit of sports adventure, or | | | | nearby Cajamarca's rejuvenating hot springs. |
| an archaeological phenomenon, a visit to Peru truly | | | | Famous for its reputation as the gringo hangout of |
| satisfies. Nestled between Bolivia to its south and | | | | South America, Cusco is also the oldest inhabited city |
| Ecuador to its north, this seaside country also shares | | | | in Peru and an archaeology lover's dream. With |
| borders with Chile, Brazil, and Columbia. For the nature | | | | access to the mountaintop city of Machu Picchu, the |
| enthusiast, Peru's oddly contradicting natural features | | | | sacred Urubamba Valley, and plenty of exciting |
| produce a fascinating array of wildlife, including whales, | | | | nightlife, Cusco is considered the most important hub |
| giant otters, and jaguars. Head east of the Andes into | | | | for travelers to the Incan Empire. Travel back in time |
| the Peruvian jungle, where you'll glimpse some of the | | | | strolling stone wall-lined streets and mingle with friendly |
| richest biodiversity on earth. Peru has several | | | | Quechua-speaking Incan descendants. From Cusco, |
| well-established national parks along the desert | | | | take the southern coastal route along the magnificent |
| seacoast, at the edge of the "Altiplano", and among | | | | Paracas Peninsula to see the largest sea lion colony |
| the high Andean Cordillera. | | | | on earth. Just offshore, the Ballestas Islands lure nature |
| Rich in ancient culture and tradition, Peru is also home | | | | lovers with some of the best seabird watching in the |
| to imperial ruins of great civilizations, including the lost | | | | world. |
| city of Machu Picchu and The Nasca Lines, an enigma | | | | Dubbed "The White City" for its beautiful buildings |
| of mysterious desert etchings. The Peruvian Andes | | | | constructed of a light-colored volcanic rock called sillar, |
| provide unrivalled mountain trekking and cycling | | | | Arequipa is surrounded by breathtaking mountains, |
| prospects for the adrenaline seeker, as well as the | | | | including the volcano El Misti, providing ample photo |
| spiritual traveler seeking the teachings of a shaman. At | | | | opportunities. Be sure to include a visit to the historical |
| the other end of the spectrum there is Lima, Peru's | | | | Convento de Santa Catalina, a colonial house of |
| desert metropolis boasting some of the best nightlife, | | | | worship. Don't miss a trip to Iquitos, the most popular |
| music, and museums in all of South America. | | | | Amazonian city within the Peruvian jungle. Located in |
| Lima, known as Peru's "city by the sea", is a virtual | | | | the northern region of the Amazon Basin, Iquitos is a |
| metropolis on the central desert coastline, as well as | | | | central starting point for jungle exploration. |
| an economic magnet for highland and Amazonian | | | | A trip to Peru cannot be considereed thorough without |
| villagers. The bustling sophistication of Lima is | | | | a visit to the spectacular Manu Biosphere Reserve. |
| guaranteed to indulge the cosmopolitan traveler's | | | | This is considered to be one of the most remote and |
| every desire. First class museums and nightlife, | | | | untouched locations in the world. The hidden depths of |
| indigenous music, dazzling architecture, historical | | | | the Amazon lead traverers to discover a world |
| neighborhoods, and friendly locals abound. Head north | | | | teeming with exotic birds and mammals. So, in just two |
| of Lima, to Huaraz, Peru's mountaineering center, or up | | | | weeks, you can see and do so much in this unique |
| the coast to Chicama for surfing and traditional | | | | country. |
| Peruvian fishing. Afterwards, soothe sore muscles at | | | | |