Why You Have To Visit Peru
Peru is a country full of surprises. It’s a country that has so much to offer and there are many interesting places and things to learn about in this amazing place.
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is a 15th-century Inca citadel situated on a mountain ridge above the Urubamba Valley in Peru. It was built by the Incas as an estate for their leader Pachacuti and served as his retreat. The complex is located in Cusco, about 72 kilometres (45 mi) northwest of Cusco and at an altitude of 3,440 m (11,075 ft).
Machu Picchu’s location is surrounded by lush vegetations that include tropical forest flora like bromeliads, palm trees and giant ferns leading to springs where water flows down from the mountainside creating small lakes filled with fish species like trout or charales that can be caught using nets made from plant fibers or nets made from woolen threads dyed blue.
Cusco Inca ruins
Cusco is a city in Peru, the capital of the Inca Empire. It’s also one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the Americas and one of South America’s most popular tourist destinations.
The first major settlement in what would become modern-day Cusco was built by an ethnic group known as Moche who lived on both sides of what is now known as Lake Titicaca. The city grew around their fortress-like structures before becoming part of an empire ruled by Pachacuti Inca Yupanqui (also known as Pachakuti).
By 1540 CE, when Francisco de Toledo arrived at Cuzco with his conquistadors to find it abandoned, they had already been there for more than 400 years—making it one of Earth’s oldest continuously inhabited places!
Sacred Valley of the Incas
The Sacred Valley of the Incas is a valley in Peru. It is located in the Cusco Region, Urubamba Province and Ollantaytambo District. A UNESCO World Heritage site since 1992, it was declared as one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature by TIME magazine in 2007.
The area surrounding Cusco has been inhabited by humans for over 10,000 years; however most archaeological evidence suggests that this area was first settled during the late 1960s BC when its inhabitants were forced to flee their homes due to an earthquake which destroyed almost everything within reach (including many temples). Following this event many left for areas further south but some stayed behind hoping things would get better soon so they could go back home again. This caused tensions between groups who wanted nothing more than peace but were unable to agree on how best achieve this goal without violence breaking out once more; eventually leading them all down hill towards war until finally reaching today where we are now living peacefully together under one banner – Humanity!
Pisac Market and ruins
Pisac is a market town and the ruins of Pisac are located in the sacred valley, which is where many Inca temples are found. If you’re looking for souvenirs, this is your place!
Inca Trail Hike
You may be wondering if you can hike the Inca Trail in Peru. It’s a long hike, but not that difficult. There are many guides who will accompany you and make sure that you don’t get lost or injured along the way. The first day of your hike will be strenuous because it involves climbing up several steep steps in order to reach Machu Picchu, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful sights in Peru; however, once you’ve reached this point, things become much easier as there are fewer steps after that point!
If this sounds like fun to you (and let’s face it: who wouldn’t want an adventure like this?), then we recommend taking a guided tour instead of doing it yourself—it’ll save time and money!
White water rafting
White water rafting is a popular activity in Peru, so much so that it’s one of the most visited activities on this list. If you’re looking for something different than hiking or horseback riding, then white water rafting might just be what you need. Peru has many rivers to choose from and their variety makes them perfect for all types of adventurers:
- The Apurimac River is located in Cusco region and is known for its Class IV rapids that can rapids up to 3 meters per second (6 mph).
- This river has been called “the best white-water skiing” because it’s just as intense as skiing down an actual mountain but with less risk involved due to its shallow waters and gentle gradient throughout most sections of the course (only a few parts require swimming).
Nazca lines
If you’re a fan of geoglyphs, or ancient art created by the Nazca culture, then Peru is the place for you. The Nazca lines are some of the most impressive examples of geoglyphs in existence. They were created by the Nazca people between 300 BC and 500 AD and can be found all over the desert area near Cahuachi (pronounced “cah-WAH-shuh”), where they built their capital city.
The designs vary from simple lines and shapes to more complex ones such as hummingbirds, spiders and flowers; some even depict human figures walking along paths that wind through various geometric patterns!
Ayahuasca plant medicine ceremony
The Ayahuasca plant medicine ceremony is a traditional spiritual practice that has been used for thousands of years in Peru. It’s an ancient healing tradition, and it can be dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing.
Ayahuasca contains DMT (dimethyltryptamine), which causes hallucinations and intense visions. This is often documented by people who have taken ayahuasca who describe their experience as being like “being on drugs” or “feeling like they’re going crazy.” It may also cause nausea or vomiting; some people have even died after drinking this brew.
Alpaka farms, stores, and photos
Alpaka farms, stores, and photos
If you’ve never seen an alpaca before, it’s time for a trip to Peru. These cute, fluffy animals are the national symbol of the country and have become so popular that there are now alpaca farms all over Peru (as well as in Chile). They’re also a great place to buy some alpacas if you want to start your own herd!
Coffee growing region in Peru
Peru is the third largest coffee producer in the world, and it’s known for its delicious Arabica beans. Peru also exports an assortment of Robusta coffee beans, which are grown in other countries such as Brazil, Colombia and Vietnam.
Peru is one of only two places where coffee can be grown naturally without fertilizers or pesticides (the other being Yemen). The soil is rich with minerals that help make your cup taste better than ever before!
There are many interesting places and things to learn about in Peru. For example, if you’re into hiking, Peru is a great place for it! You can also raft down the Amazon River or explore Machu Picchu on horseback. If you want to learn more about plant medicine ceremonies, there’s no better place than Peru! And if coffee is your thing (and who doesn’t?), then make sure not to miss out on drinking some of the best coffee in all of South America while visiting this wondrous country.
So, there you have it. That’s our list of the best places to visit in Peru. We hope that this will help you decide when and where to go next time. If you’re looking for more information about other things happening in Peru or want some recommendations from us on what tourist activities are worth doing, check out our blog!
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