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Choosing a place to spend the next vacation can become tricky, difficult. But if you’re already here reading, Peru will do for sure!!! Our country has everything any visitor would like to find and enjoy.
We have history, archaeology, adventure, family destinations, gastronomy, great lodging, beautiful cities, tranquility, natural energy and more. Now we’re going to list and break down 10 interesting facts about Peru you should know. our country and particularly the Cusco region is such a keeper, winner travel destination!
You don’t need a visa to enter Peru:
Our country is an opened doors place. The migration and tourism laws say that once a foreign visitor arrives, he’ll have 90 days to stay here without any problem. This period of time can be extended for another 90 days if needed.
You do need a passport:
Among the 10 interesting facts about Peru you should know, although a visa isn’t required, visitors do have to bring the passport. First of all, it will be the valid ID document when you enter the country. Your passport will be stamped and the 90 days will start counting. Also, it is the document you have to show whenever required (for example, to check in at the hotel, migration officials, etc). Finally, the passport is required to prove identity before entering tour sites or doing adventure hikes.
About Covid-19 measures:
People over 12 years old are required to show proof of at least 2 shots of the vaccine. Or a molecular test (PCR) with negative results no older than 48 hours. Visitors under 12 just need to be free of any symptoms. Use of masks is mandatory inside airplanes and buses.
Travel Insurance:
This is something we always recommend because it will have you covered all the time. National health services do not have good standards and private clinics are expensive; if you need some medical care, a good travel insurance will do. Or even if you happen to need to do legal paperwork or pay consulate fees, etc. A good travel insurance company will make sure your dream vacation is not spoiled.
Altitude sickness:
If you’re planning to visit Cusco, know our region is located at an average 3,400 meters above sea level (about 11,155 feet). This means there is less oxygen in the air and some people may feel it. But don’t worry! A couple of acclimatization days will do. Your body will become used to the reduced oxygen. Also, among 10 interesting facts about Peru, coca leaves tea, an ancient Andean trick, will surely help with this, besides giving a lot more strength, stamina, resistance to cold weather, good digestion and more.
Adventure Tours:
Peru has many adventure options for tourists! In our Cusco region in particular, we have the world-famous, trendy Inca Trails. These are a variety of excursions across Andean heights then going down towards the border of the Amazon jungle, until reaching Machu Picchu, the amazing hilltop citadel which was the vacation resort of Inca royalty. If you’re looking for the ultimate hiking challenge, take a look at our insane 5-Day Salkantay Trek!
Classic/Family Tours:
Among these 10 interesting facts about Peru, we certainly could not overlook the amazing variety of classic/family tours available down here in Cusco. Tours to Machu Picchu riding top quality trains or the excursion to the stunningly beautiful Sacred Valley, which used to be another large estate of Inca royalty. To mention just two of them!
Top Gastronomy:
Another thing we could not miss among 10 interesting facts about Peru… our country has gradually earned the first spots in the ranking of world food. Here in the Cusco region, hotels and restaurants have a wonderful variety of typical foods, desserts, drinks and more with local ingredients you won’t find anywhere else on the planet… meals like ceviche and drinks like pisco sour are now internationally known and praised. And there is much more!
Use a Certified Travel Agency:
This is also very good advice. Certified, licensed tour operators like us have all the formality and correctness needed and also have a network of resources and support. TOUR IN PERU has been giving top quality travel services for almost 14 years now. Our clients’ testimonials and satisfaction show we’re doing the right things!
Cusco Archaeology Fun Facts:
Last but not least on these 10 interesting facts about Peru: two quite mind-blowing particulars regarding Cusco City
- Did you know that Cusco City was designed by the Incas with the shape of a cougar? This town was the capital of a vast empire and in Andean religion, the cougar is the symbol of strength and power. This shape has been preserved and can be spotted on city maps.
- Did you know that the mighty Sacsayhuaman fortress, just outside Cusco City, has the shape of a lightning bolt? This is not so patent from the ground but easily visible from above, with a drone for example.
So there you have, 10 interesting facts about Peru, a number that could be higher for sure. We hope this post has given you a better notion of the wonders our country has to offer!
