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Peru is an incredible place to visit not only for its rich cultural heritage but also for the unique adventure opportunities its presents.
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Peru is an incredible place to visit not only for its rich cultural heritage but also for the unique adventure opportunities its presents. A majority of tourists tend to arrive in the capital city of Lima, get a fill of their cultural dose by visiting Machu Picchu and Cusco, and leave the country. These magnificent Inca ruins can see tourist traffic of up to 3,000 visitors a day during peak season. The obvious reason for such a footfall is its incredible historic value coupled with the sheer beauty of the place. Machu Picchu is located on the top of a tropical mountain rainforest and is nearly 2,500 feet above sea level. It was the most amazing urban creation of the Inca Empire at the height of their power. A trip to this archaeological sight tops any Peru must-see sight.
An informed Peru tour guide however, will ensure that you get much more out of your Peru holiday than that mandatory trip to Machu Picchu. Listed below are a few tips that will make your Peru Experience a unique one.
For an authentic flavour of Peru, you must try the local delicacies. Ceviche, a raw fish salad and cuy, thats guinea pig in English! Ceviche is omnipresent in Peru, being on the menu of the finest restaurants as well as in plastic cups on the street. Cuy can be had roasted or fried - a must try!
Eat local, drink local
Inca-Cola, a yellow colored soft drink will beckon from every counter. Take a swig, its not like cola at all, but interesting. Another tastier beverage is the Pisco Sour, an unusual concoction of pisco, lemon, sugar and egg white.
Inca-Cola
Surfing enthusiasts consider the Peruvian coastlines of Mancora and Chicama to be amongst the top spots for surfing. These beautiful beaches have some of the best waves in the world and are ideal spots for professionals and beginners. A plus point is that these beaches rarely get crowded.
Learn to surf
This natural wonder offers tourists a large number of activities including camping trips, kayaking, canopy tours and stays in jungle lodges. A Peru travel guide can also be engaged for guided walks through the dense wilderness.
Peru’s Amazon rainforest
This canyon is the world’s deepest, twice in depth than the Grand Canyon. It is home to one of the world’s largest birds, the Andean Condor. This bird is a huge tourist draw and there are designated bird watching spots where one can go for a closer look.
The Colca Canyon
El Misti is a treat for adventure lovers. It is a beautiful climb with a number of great climbing routes, and the mountain is accessible nearly the whole year round. Plus points – no special climbing gear required nor permits for climbing and camping.
El Misti Volcano
A country so well known for its historic sights and natural beauty is difficult to condense into a small article. Visit Peru to know how you can be immersed in an entire civilization only to emerge into some of the most beautiful natural scenery in the world!
