Since my childhood days, I have been really fond of Geography. Reading the climatic conditions, terrains , vegetation etc has always fascinated me. I used to love reading about various countries and continents. Peru in South America was always on my mind because of its diversity of terrains and natural wonders.
When I got the information directly from the Peru Tourism Board via OM Tourism, I was happy to recieve first hand information about Peru. I thought to share it with you to help you plan your trips with authentic information.
Well, Peru has diversified 11 eco regions and 84 of the 117 life zones that exist worldwide. It is one of the world’s 10 mega diverse countries.
Culture of Peru
Peru is rich in cultural heritage, festivals and traditions. Inti Raymi ( Feast of Sun) is an ongoing festival throughout the year that specially keeps the spirits high. Isn't that interesting!
World Heritage Sites in Peru
QhapaqÑan (Inca Trail), City of Cusco, Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary, Chavin Archaeological complex, Huascarán National Park, Chan Chan Archaeological Area(the largest citadel made entirely of adobe), Manu National Park, Lima Historic Centre, Abiseo River National Park, Nazca Lines, Arequipa Historic Centre and Caral(The oldest civilization of the Americas) to name some.
- cusco-machu-picchu
Having diverse landscapes, marine, land and mountainous life, Peru offers unique experiences that one would cherish lifetime.
10 things to do in Peru
1. Mountaineering
The Andes mountain range,second highest in the world also offers peaks for beginners and seasoned climbers.
2. Trekking
To trek glaciers and snowy peaks, forests and waterfalls, desserts, beautiful towns and above all, the most hospitable people that one could imagine. desert; dense vegetation of the Amazonian forests provide thrills of lifetime.
- Aguas Calientes, gastronomia, 5 de Diciembre 2011. Foto: Pilar Olivares/Promperu
3. Sand boarding and Buggies
Sliding face-down on a board along the great sand dunes is the unique pleasure offered by sand boarding, an adventure sport that has spread to several departments in Peru. The sport began in Ica, before spreading to Nazca, in Cerro Blanco (2,078 masl), the highest dune in the world, which is just for experts. In many desert zones on the Peruvian coast, there are dunes in which sandboarding can be enjoyed, including Sarapampa (Lima), Camaná (Arequipa) and Acarí (Arequipa), with the second highest dune in the world (2,068 masl).
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