Peru is home to the beautiful Machu Picchu, and has part of the Amazon rainforest running through it; it’s located on the coast of South America and the countries Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia and Ecuador border Peru. Experience a world of exotic wildness, heritage and unique nature that you won’t find anywhere else.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Peru is all year round, however, for those that like to unwind and experience the best weather Peru has, May to October is the best season as it’s dry with sunny and blue skies. However, visitors should be aware that it does get colder at night at this time of year.
Cuisine
Peruvian cuisine is bursting with flavours of spice and contrast. One of their must try dishes is Ceviche which is their national dish of fish with olives and chilies. Lomo Saltado is one their most popular meat dishes, and finally Rocoto Relleno (stuffed spicy peppers).
History and Culture
Peru hasn’t had a tough history, apart from its time going through dictatorship and the civilian government. In the very beginning Peru was part of the Incan Empire. Peru has many festivals dedicated to their traditions and their culture involving their music and the way they express it through their clothes, that has developed throughout the years.
Things to Do
- Go to Machu Picchu
- See the Rainbow mountains
- Visit the Sacred Valley
- The wildlife, meet Llama’s
- Explore the Amazon
- Hike the mountains
