One of the world's most varied countries
Peru is situated in the western part of South America and shares borders with Ecuador,
Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile.
It is a multicultural nation, filled with traditions, a unique gastronomy and vast natural reserves.
So much to offer
Peru is home to 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and 84 of the planet's 117 life zones.
Its enormous territory, covering more than 1.2 million square kilometers, is composed of three regions:
Its current population exceeds 31.5 million inhabitants.
Archaeological sites
Thanks to a long history defined by major ancient civilizations, Peru is home to more than 5,000 archaeological sites.
Many of these remain shrouded in mystery but are still capable of transporting visitors to the periods when such societies flourished.
A visit to Machupicchu reveals the perfection of the Inca empire; this sacred city can be reached onboard the luxurious trains that run through imposing mountain scenery dotted with colourful Andean villages.
Natural beauty
Peru is synonymous with natural beauty, and it is one of the world's ten most biologically diverse countries.
It has created 14 national parks, 15 national reserves, 9 national sanctuaries and 11 reserved zones.
Birdlife
It is home to more than 1,800 species of birds and 10% of all the reptile, mammal and fish species that exist on Earth. It also has 3,500 varieties of orchids.
Adventure
Peru is also a paradise for lovers of adventure, offering a range of outdoor sporting activities for the curious, beginners, amateurs and experts, including trekking, climbing, mountain biking, surfing, paragliding, hang gliding, camping, canoeing and kayaking.
Cuisine
The culinary scene in Peru includes the number one voted restaurant in the world to dining with locals during a community home stay.
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