Peru is officially known as the Republic of Peru and it is a South American country of the western region. It is bordered by Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile and the Pacific Ocean on different sides. The tourists will have a lifetime experience in Peru, which is a land full of nature, culture and adventure. People who have visited Peru are completely fascinated by its sheer beauty and friendly folks and wish to return to experience the magic and mystique all over again. Some of the visitors have actually expressed their wish to stay in Peru forever.
Peru has the most glorious history and was home to one of the oldest civilizations of the world- Norte Chico and also to the great Inca Empire. Both of these were highly developed and advanced civilizations. Peru was conquered by the Spanish in the 16th century and gained its independence in 1821. Since then, it has seen many political and economic upheavals. Today, Peru is seen as a developing country. The most famous tourist destinations of Peru include Arequipa, Cusco, Huaraz, Ica Iquitos, Lima, Machu Picchu, Nazca, Puerto Maldonado, Puno, Sacred Valley and Trujillo. The places of tourist interest in Arequipa are the Catedral, Casa de Moral, Museo Santuarios Andinos, Colca Canyon, Plaza de Armas, Monasterio de la Recolta, Church of La Compania, Recoleta Monastery, Chivay and Santa Catalina Monastery. The tourists can see the various architectures of the colonial style or Rocco or baroque type, world heritage sites, historical monuments, palaces, castles, museums with archaeological exhibits, libraries and artworks. Colca Canyon is a beautiful natural area with a bird museum and aviary.
The travelers can take strolls in the Peruvian villages and see and experience the rural life of Peru from close quarters. The Peruvians are very warm and friendly people and welcome the tourists with full enthusiasm. Cusco is a city of great significance as it was the Inca Capital and is the most ancient continuously settled city of America. It is UNESCO’s world heritage site and has the ruins of the Inca kingdom along with Spanish buildings. The visitors will get valuable insights into the great Inca civilization by seeing the Museo Inka, which is full of exhibits of archaeology, fabrics, costumes, textiles, porcelain, glass, metal work, jewelry, ceramics, mummies and pottery.
Machu Picchu is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a must see for all. The places of tourist importance in Machu Picchu are the hot springs of Aquas Calientes, Huyana Picchu, Temple of the Moon, Inca Trail, Museo di Sitio Manuel Chavez Ballon and the world heritage sight of the ruins. This area offers exciting hiking opportunities and the visitors will be enthralled to see the scenic beauty of the Andes Mountains and Peruvian landscape. You can take a dip in the natural hot springs and marvel at the terrace farming.
The visitors have the choice of do it yourself tours in Peru. You can either go on walking or driving tours. Peru has the best of tourism facilities with excellent hotels and accommodations of all types, good air transport and well maintained roads and highways. The travelers can enjoy the abundant colorful festivals and unique Peruvian cuisine. You can enjoy everything in Peru- nature, traditions, history, culture and adventure. The travelers can join in the experiential tourism also in Peru in the form of Llama Trek and participating in Peruvian agriculture and community activities.
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