Ancient civilisation remnants and rich history, multi cultural diversity, spectacularly varied landscape and delectable cuisine define Peru, a country in South America. With a fascinating topography, Peru is a unique bio diverse country comprising of arid plains, majestic peaks of Andes mountains and tropically lush Amazon rainforest. The diversity offers tourists myriad options of activities to engage in and make Peru holidays a memorable trip. While adventure seekers can indulge in trekking, hiking, camping, skiing, paragliding, surfing, rafting, rappelling, sandboarding, riding dune buggies etc. the country also has riveting sightseeing options that are steeped in history and designated as the UNESCO Heritage Sites which can be explored with the Peru tour packages.
Famous for ceviches and Amazonian chocolate, the Peruvian cuisine influenced by Spanish, Asian and African is an absolute delight and a treat to the taste buds.
Lima, the capital of Peru is a metropolitan city with a riveting architecture inspired by Spanish Neoclassical, baroque and colonial style. It features many popular attractions such as the Plaza de Armas, San Francisco church which is famous for their catacombs, the historic and magnificent church of Santo Domingo, the modern neighbourhood of Miraflores including the Huaca Pucllana and the largest fountain complex in the world - Circuito Magico del Agua. The city is dotted with several parks and museums such as National Musuem, Larco Museum etc.
The ancient city of Machu Picchu presents tourists with the history of the Inca civilisation. The splendour of the city is unparalleled with spellbinding scenery reminiscent of the bygone era. A major tourist attraction, it is the highlight of Peru and experience of a lifetime to witness an ancient city intact and unspoiled by modern civilisation.
