If you are looking for that perfect vacation get-a-way, perhaps Peru is the spot for you. Offering popular locations such as Machu Picchu, Cuzco, Lake Titicaca, Arequipa, and many more, tourism in Peru is growing more and more popular every day. While Machu Picchu tourism is probably the most popular, the other regions mentioned above are growing in popularity as the nation continues to embrace tourism. Peru has something for everyone as the region is one of the most popula tourist locations in the world.
Machu Picchu Tourism
Popularly known as “The Lost City” or “The Holy City of the Incas”, Machu Picchu is the tourism capital of Peru. Named a “World Heritage Site” by UNESCO, Machu Picchu is also one of the most popular archaeologist sites in the world, which only adds to the attractiveness of Machu Picchu tourism. With huge limestone architectures on top of the mountains, the area provides an area of mystique as still no scholar can explain how the builders of the ancient buildings were able to transport the huge limestones to the top of the mountain.
Located about a mile-and-a-half about sea level, there is little doubt that the area served as a congregation of fortresses to protect the Andean land from any who would have tried to invade. Also declared as a Historical Sanctuary by UNESCO, Machu Picchu is home of The Monumental Mausoleum, a religious building apparently used for sacrifices and religious rituals, and an attractive point of Machu Picchu tourism. With many treks and trails around the region, Machu Picchu is an attractive point of tourism in Peru, and is the perfect location for anyone looking for an attractive, historical get-a-way.
Marvelous Cuzco
Tourism in Peru often begins in Cuzco as the area is located near Machu Picchu and is a UNESCO “World Heritage Site” itself. Known affectionately as the “Historical Capital of Peru” and the “Archaeological Capital of America”, Cuzco is the most visited tourist location in Peru. The beautiful, rich attractiveness of the city and its relative proximity to Machu Picchu has transformed the city into one of the main locations for tourism in Peru, and perhaps in the world, while offering excellent services for tourists and visitors. If you are planning a trip to Peru, make sure you include Cuzco on your list of destinations.
Lake Titicaca
Located on a plateau in the south Andean zone, Lake Titicaca in the city of Puno is becoming an increasingly popular location for tourism in Peru. Known as “The Folkloric Capital of Peru”, Puno is famous for its rich artistic and cultural expressions. Lake Titicaca itself is the highest navigable lake in the world, and is an excellent location for ecological tourism. Like most popular spots for tourism in Peru, including Cuzco and Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca allows tourists the opportunity to visit the ancient archaeological remains of old civilizations. There are also many tourist locations inside the lake itself, including the floating islands of Uros, the National Reserve of Titicaca, the Taquile Island, and the Armanit Island.
Arequipa
Known as “The White City”, Arequipa is also a “World Heritage Site” as declared by UNESCO. Located in southern Peru, Arequipa is the second largest city in Peru and perhaps is the most important city in the southern Peru region. Averaging over three hundred days of sunshine per year, the city has a gorgeous climate and is famous for its blue skies. The fact that Arequipa is the economic center of the region and contains a modern hotel infrastructure makes it a popular location for those tourists traveling throughout Peru.
Other Tourism Interest
Obviously there are plenty of other popular tourist locations in Peru including Lima, Colca Valley, and Paracas. Many of these areas also have the ancient civilization remains for which the region has become so popular and famous, so make sure to look at all the travel options available before choosing the location that is right for you.
Whether it is the beautiful blue skies, a gorgeous historical lake, or the ancient archaeological sites littered throughout the region, Peru has something for everyone. When you are looking at your next vacation get-a-way, why not make Peru your destination of choice.