My Top 7 Peru Attractions
Peru is home for some of the well known archaeological treasures in the world. For birdwatchers, Peru is a paradise on earth. Those looking for arts and crafts will find the most varied forms around Peru. If Gastronomy is your fort, Peru offers some of the best Latin American cuisine too. There is a treat for everyone. Some of the top Peru attractions are Arequipa -Colca's Canyon, Puno tours - Huaraz, Chiclayo - Lord of Sipan - Machu Picchu,
Iquitos - Amazon River, Lima. Brief description of these enchanting Peru attractions is as below:
Arequipa is known for its Misti Volcano which is dormant now. The Arequipa townsfolk are enthusiastic but welcoming tourists. They guide you through a street sprinkled with traditional squares and white stone. White stone quarrying is a major activity here. After filling your eyes with colonial architecture and learning how some of the world’s great have drawn their inspiration from here, move on to the Colca Valley. The spectacular view, the narrow streets, and splendidly decorated churches can absorb all the time you have, in the world.
This is among the premier Peru attractions perched at about 22,000 feet offering wonderful opportunities to those who fancy adventure sports. Climb up Pastoruri snowfields or raft down the Santa River, the choice is yours. Ranking among the most rugged and beautiful parts of Peru, there is plenty to explore.
Macchu Picchu ranks as the star Peru attractions around the Cuzco region. It was in 1911 that Hiram Bingham; a US explorer discovered this outstanding example of landscape architecture. Macchu Picchu is divided into two zones, the agriculture zone comprising terracing and storehouses for food and the urban zone of temples, sacred sector, royal tombs and squares. The carvings in the urban zone structures deserve particular attention.
At Chiclayo in Peru, the fresh sea breeze, desert oasis and the tropical sun join together to lend a splendid view. Ancient civilizations saw this as a strategically important spot to establish control. In modern times, Chiclayo is known more as a business hub in the northern parts of Peru. Routes from the Jungle, highlands and the coast merge here. For those with Gastronomic interests Chiclayo is a fine place to savor a variety of cuisines.
Iquitos is yet another Peru attraction and is the port for Peru alongside the Amazon River. Rubber tapping is a major activity in the region. Boat rides in major lakes and rivers surrounding Iquitos is highly recommended for visitors.
Lima is the capital of Peru and the location of the City itself has strategic importance. Around Lima, there are a number of Lima attractions. Pantanos de Villa, Lomas de Lachay, The Temples of Metropolitan Lima, The Pachacamac Oracle, Lima: Lordly Bearing and Tradition, The Real Felipe Fort: A Bastion of Liberty, are among the major Lima attractions. A major attribute of this city is that it is surrounded by Mother Nature, in all her myriad forms. Mountains, islands, sea, plant life, and desert – every element present in its magnificent incarnation. With a population exceeding 8 million, Lima has an active nightlife too.
Desert floor extending over 50 square kilometers covered with vast drawings, deities, insects, is what Nazca Lines represent. This mammoth task was accomplished several centuries ago and discovered in 1927. An array of complex designs with some of them extending close to a 1000 feet can be best appreciated at a minimum altitude of 1500 feet.
1. Arequipa
Arequipa is known for its Misti Volcano which is dormant now. The Arequipa townsfolk are enthusiastic but welcoming tourists. They guide you through a street sprinkled with traditional squares and white stone. White stone quarrying is a major activity here. After filling your eyes with colonial architecture and learning how some of the world’s great have drawn their inspiration from here, move on to the Colca Valley. The spectacular view, the narrow streets, and splendidly decorated churches can absorb all the time you have, in the world.
2. Huascaran National Park – Huaraz
This is among the premier Peru attractions perched at about 22,000 feet offering wonderful opportunities to those who fancy adventure sports. Climb up Pastoruri snowfields or raft down the Santa River, the choice is yours. Ranking among the most rugged and beautiful parts of Peru, there is plenty to explore.
3. Machu Picchu
Macchu Picchu ranks as the star Peru attractions around the Cuzco region. It was in 1911 that Hiram Bingham; a US explorer discovered this outstanding example of landscape architecture. Macchu Picchu is divided into two zones, the agriculture zone comprising terracing and storehouses for food and the urban zone of temples, sacred sector, royal tombs and squares. The carvings in the urban zone structures deserve particular attention.
4. Chiclayo - Lord of Sipan
At Chiclayo in Peru, the fresh sea breeze, desert oasis and the tropical sun join together to lend a splendid view. Ancient civilizations saw this as a strategically important spot to establish control. In modern times, Chiclayo is known more as a business hub in the northern parts of Peru. Routes from the Jungle, highlands and the coast merge here. For those with Gastronomic interests Chiclayo is a fine place to savor a variety of cuisines.
5. Iquitos - Amazon River
Iquitos is yet another Peru attraction and is the port for Peru alongside the Amazon River. Rubber tapping is a major activity in the region. Boat rides in major lakes and rivers surrounding Iquitos is highly recommended for visitors.
6. Lima
Lima is the capital of Peru and the location of the City itself has strategic importance. Around Lima, there are a number of Lima attractions. Pantanos de Villa, Lomas de Lachay, The Temples of Metropolitan Lima, The Pachacamac Oracle, Lima: Lordly Bearing and Tradition, The Real Felipe Fort: A Bastion of Liberty, are among the major Lima attractions. A major attribute of this city is that it is surrounded by Mother Nature, in all her myriad forms. Mountains, islands, sea, plant life, and desert – every element present in its magnificent incarnation. With a population exceeding 8 million, Lima has an active nightlife too.
7. Nazca Lines
Desert floor extending over 50 square kilometers covered with vast drawings, deities, insects, is what Nazca Lines represent. This mammoth task was accomplished several centuries ago and discovered in 1927. An array of complex designs with some of them extending close to a 1000 feet can be best appreciated at a minimum altitude of 1500 feet.
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