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Peru
Peru is as complex as its most intricate and exquisite weavings. Festivals mark ancient rites, the urban vanguard fuels innovation and nature bestows splendid diversity.
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Cordillera Blanca
The largest lake in the Cordillera Blanca — a snowcapped range of the Andes in west central Peru — and a gorgeous natural reservoir, Laguna Paron is a…
Lake Titicaca
Of the small remote islands dotted around Lake Titicaca, Isla Amantaní is the least visited. Its population is just 4000, is a few kilometers north of the…
Arequipa
This convent shouldn’t be missed, even if you’ve overdosed on colonial edifices. Occupying a whole block and guarded by imposing high walls, it is one of…
Lima
In an 18th-century viceroy’s mansion, this museum offers one of the largest, best-presented displays of ceramics in Lima. Founded by pre-Columbian…
Lima
One of Lima’s most historic religious sites, the Iglesia de Santo Domingo and its expansive convent are built on land granted to the Dominican friar…
Lima
This indulgent series of illuminated fountains is so over the top it can’t help but induce stupefaction among even the most hardened travel cynic. A dozen…
Iquitos
At the southeast end of town is the floating shantytown of Belén, consisting of scores of huts, built on rafts, which rise and fall with the river. During…
Cañón Del Colca
This famed viewpoint is for many the highlight of their trip to the Cañón del Colca. A large family of Andean condors nests by the rocky outcrop and, with…
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From the Andes to the Amazon rainforest to the endless coast, Peru is a wonderland for adventurers. And there are some pretty cool ruins, too.
Read articleThings to Know
Here's what you need to know about culture, etiquette and safety in Peru before you travel to this mesmerizing South American nation.
Read articleTransportation
Exploring Peru is a real adventure and worth every minute of extra planning. Here’s our guide to getting around once you're here.
Read articleVisa Requirements
Curious if you need a visa for visiting Peru? Here's all you need to know.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Peru has long been a destination for backpackers on a budget and now other travelers have caught on – here's how to make your money go further on the road.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
Every adventure-seeking family with a great appetite should have Peru on their "dream destinations" list. Here are the best things to do there with kids.
Read articleBest Road Trips
From lesser-known pre-Incan archaeological sites to lush jungles and tranquil beaches, these are the best road trips in Peru.
Read articleGet Connected
Stay fully connected on your next trip to Peru with this guide to local wi-fi networks, roaming charges, eSIMs and data
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