Learning About Peru
Peru is a multi-ethnic country with a population of roughly 30 million people. This South American country is located on the western side of the continent and faces the southern Pacific Ocean. The country borders Bolivia and Brazil to the east and Colombia and Ecuador to the north.
History of Peru
Peru’s history spans close to 4 millennia. It extends back through different stages of cultural development in the coastal desert and mountain region. Roughly 15,200 years ago, groups of people crossed Asia’s Bering Strait. During that time, they survived as nomads, hunters, gatherers, and fishermen.
This country gained independence from Spain in 1821. However, the nation consolidated after the Ayacucho Battle’s, three years later.
Time Zone
- UTC/GMT -5 hours.
- “Peru Time,” or PET.
- No daylight savings time.
Top Tourist Destination
- Cusco – Machu Picchu
- Peru’s Biogeographic Bird Regions
- Nazca Lines
- Trujillo – Chan Chan
- Paracas National Reserve
- Lima, City of Kings
Top Cities
Whether you’re traveling to Peru for business or pleasure, here are the top must-visit cities:
- Huaraz
- Amazonas
- Huancayo
- Tacna
- Lima
- Abancay
- Valle Sagrado
- Huancavelica
Popular Dances
The Marinerar
The Marinera is a spin-off from the Mozamala and the Zamacueca. Today, plenty of marinera festivals are held throughout the country.
The Huayno
This is Andes’ most representative dance. One of the most impressive attributes about this dance is the fact it blends perfectly with its Western influences.
The Sikuri
This dance’s martial rhythm has its roots for the southern highland plain by the name Altiplano. Large groups take part in this dance. They form troupes that join together in big circles around musicians.
Final Thoughts
This is unquestionably one of the best and must visit countries in south America. By traveling to this country, you stand to enjoy nothing short of an incredibly memorable experience. Have you been desiring to visit the most intriguing country in the country? Peru has got you covered!
To plan your Peru adventure and to learn more about this country, get in touch with Alpaca Expeditions. Alpaca Expeditions is a Peruvian travel operator with a main office in located in Cusco, Peru, and we are the top-rated tour operators of the Inca Trail.
Alpaca Expeditions Recognitions
ISO (International Organization for Standardization)
In the pursuit to stand out from the rest, Alpaca Expeditions has obtained four ISOs plus our carbon footprint certificate to date. These achievements result from our efforts to implement the internationally-recognized integrated management system. They also represent our commitment to all of our clients and staff of operating sustainability and responsibility in every way possible.
World Travel Awards
Alpaca Expeditions is internationally recognized as a leading tourism company in Peru. As proof, we have been awarded the World Travel Award for Peru´s Best Tour Operator 2021 for the second time.
TRIPADVISOR RECOGNITIONS
Our goal at Alpaca Expeditions is to create the best experience for all of our clients. We create journeys that are to be remembered for a lifetime. Journeys you can be proud of and can share with everybody around you.
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