Peru is a multi-ethnic country that occupied the heart of the Inca empire. It is one of the most popular countries in South America and for good reason. It offers an fascinating mix of Amazon Jungle, deserts, 6,000 meter-high mountains, beaches, stunning colonial towns and of course, pre-Hispanic civilizations such as the ruins of Machu Picchu.
Before the arrival of the Spanish conquistadores, Peru was home to many ancient civilizations whose cultures were left behind in the form of stunning and beautiful pyramids. Contrary to popular belief, Machu Picchu is just one of many sites that dot the Peruvian territory. In 1821 Peru obtained independence from Spain, and nowadays is a multi-ethnic country of Amerindians, Europeans, Africans and Asians. Although the official language is Spanish, there are many indigenous languages, most notably Quechua.
Peru is blessed with seemingly limitless natural wonders such as jungles, beaches, mountains and lakes and waterfalls. Its high ethnic diversity has led to a mixture of cultural traditions has resulted in a wide expressions in fields such as art, cuisine, literature and music. Nowadays, Peru has one of the highest economic growth levels in the world and tourism is the country’s 3rd largest industry.
| Population: | 30.1 Million |
| Size: | 1,285,216 Km2 |
| Capital: | Lima |
| Languages: | Spanish |
| Currency: |
Peruvian Nuevo Sol 1 USD = 2.61 PEN Check the current exchange rate |
| Time Zone: |
Lima is UTC/GMT -5 hours Check the current local time |
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Budget per Day in USD (Food): |
Cost of a Beer = 2 USD Cost of a Basic Meal = 3 USD |
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Budget per Day in USD (Accommodation): |
Cost of a Hostel Dorm = 10 USD Cost of a Hostel Private Room = 25 USD Cost of a 3-Star Hotel = 45 USD |
| Visa Requirements: |
Citizens of most nationalities do not require a visa to enter Peru. Peruvian Embassy UK Visa HQ *Please contact the Embassy nearest you as requirements may change at anytime without prior notice. This is always the best way to find out current visa requirements as they often vary depending on your nationality. |
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