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The fascinating country of Peru features 12 otherworldly UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 8 are listed as cultural sites, two as natural, and two as mixed with both cultural and natural criteria. These spectacular sites spread throughout the country are among some of the most significant cultural destinations in the world. Other promising sites are currently being evaluated by the international organization and may be added to the list such as the historic center of Trujillo, the archaeological complex of Pachacamac, and Lake Titicaca. Some of the things required to land a spot on the UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites include thing like exemplary “human creative genius” or the existence of “superlative natural phenomena or areas of exceptional natural beauty”.
You can learn more about Peru's top UNESCO World Heritage Sites by clicking here.
The ultimate Peru itinerary usually starts in Lima, continues to the Sacred Valley, includes Machu Picchu, and finishes with Cusco. This route helps travelers enjoy Peru’s food, culture, ancient history, and Andean landscapes while allowing time to adjust to altitude before exploring higher-elevation destinations.
The Peruvian Amazon is a verdant tropical region covering almost two-thirds of the country, it is the fourth largest rainforest in the world with remarkable biodiversity. The Amazon is the main source of water in the Peruvian Jungle, the most extensive and largest network of waterways in the world. Home to a large number of flora and fauna including over 7,300 different species of flowering plants, 293 mammals, and 2,500 butterflies.
Lake Titicaca, located between Peru and Bolivia is one of the world`s most fascinating lakes, home to over 500 aquatic species. The world`s highest navigable lake is fed by meltwater from glaciers on the sierras. In Andean belief, Titicaca is the birthplace of the sun and stars. This sacred site is comprised of blue skies, cold nights and about 40 floating Totora reed islands inhabited by the pre-Incan Uros people.
Peruvian cuisine is made up of huge flavors and is all about spices. Peru is the Hope Diamond of Latin America and home to famed dishes such as ceviche, Lomo Saltado (beef stew), Aji de Gallina (creamy chicken) to mention a few. The cuisine in Peru is a jumble of flavors made up of European, African, and East Asian techniques that blend seamlessly with the ancient Peruvian cuisine creating utterly unique dishes.
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