Why travel to Peru?

Beyond Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the world which justifies to itself the trip to Peru, there are many other reasons which should entice you to travel to this beautiful country.

Here are some of the riches of this country which make it a top-choice, fascinating destination for any traveler:

• An exceptional archeological heritage, left behind by fascinating civilizations which have enchanted our imaginations since childhood : the Incas of course, but also over on the coast, the Mochica head-cutters and the Chimu goldsmiths, the Nascas and their mysterious lines, and up North, the Chachapoyas and the Chavín culture.
• An Andean culture with a strong identity, marked by the important Indian population, whose way of life and vision of the world often surprise travelers, as well as leaving a lasting impression!
• An extraordinary nature and geography, full of striking contrasts between the three great ensembles which make up the country: the Pacific coastal desert, the Andean plateau and cordillera, and the Amazonian forest.
• Stunning colonial cities which are designated UNESCO World Heritage sites : Lima, capital of the vice-kingdom of Peru and the most important city in the continent during colonial times, Arequipa, the White City at the foot of the volcano, and Cusco, capital of the Inca empire, where the country’s colonial heritage and the Inca culture come together.
• An original and up-and-coming cuisine, whose popularity is fast-growing throughout South America. With seafood of exceptional quality and a country with an extremely varied climate, Peruvian cuisine has become one of the symbols of the country’s identity, and an emblem of its economic growth.

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