The popularity of Peru as a tourist destination is primarily due to miracles and mysteries - the mysterious heritage of ancient civilizations that once elected their patrimony of the land of prehistoric Peru . Even the most sophisticated travelers in amazement freeze in front of perfectly fitted monoliths in the temples of Machu Picchu, reverently inspect the perfect astronomical "Instruments" of the prehistoric observatories of Peru and are lost in conjecture about the origin of geometrically correct multi-kilometer drawings of plas about Nazca . In addition, Peru can also boast of the richest ecosystem: one third of the Amazon delta alone is home to one third of all known animal species .
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And Peru are ancient cities of Indians with mysterious structures, the "green hell" of the virgin jungle, the deepest canyon in the world, the highland lake of Titicaca, once part of the ocean ... Not the last the queue of Peru is famous for its quaint souvenir products, so desired in the long Russian winter - alpaca socks, shawls from Lama and almost London bowlers with frenzied Latin American ribbon . As for other ways of "sagreva", here again Peru did not lag behind life: "pisco" will shake even the expired on the ruins of the tourist . To the minuses of the direction we will refer the long flight, to the pluses is the pleasant fact that Peru has abolished visas for Russian travelers and comparative cheapness of tours (of course, compared to other South American exotics) .
Capital - Lima.
Big cities: Arequipa, Cajamarca, Trujillo, Huancayo, Cuzco, Pisco
Main tourist centers - Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Chiclayo, Iquitos
Full list of cities You can find the cities on the city page and the resorts of Peru, and about when to go here and what to do on the site, see details on the page tours in Peru
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How to get to Peru
The simplest and most common option is the flight of international airlines with connections in Europe: Iberia and AirEuropa through Madrid, KLM through Amsterdam, Air France through Paris. Flight through Venezuela by Lufthansa and Taca Airlines is less convenient and more time-consuming, as it involves two docks at once - in Frankfurt and in Caracas. In addition, there is a possibility to get to Aeroflot flights in Peru with a transfer in Havana
The duration of the flight depending on the chosen route is from 16 to 18 hours (without connection time).
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Visa to Peru
To enter the country for up to 90 days to citizens of Russia, Belarus, Moldova and Ukraine visa is not required.
Customs
There are no restrictions on import and export of local currency. The export of foreign currency is limited to the previously imported amount declared on entry. When the salt is exchanged for dollars or EUR, it is necessary to provide a certificate of the original currency exchange.
You can import 400 cigarettes, 50 cigars, 250 gr of tobacco, 3 liters of strong alcoholic beverages. And also spirits within personal needs, gifts and personal belongings with intact factory packaging, not exceeding the total cost of 300 USD.
It is prohibited to import non-canned food, weapons and drugs, as well as import and export without special permission of objects and things , representing historical, artistic or archaeological value. To import professional photo, film or video equipment, you will need a special permit. When exporting products made of wool, leather, fur, ornaments at customs, you may be asked to present a receipt from the store where they were purchased.
Useful telephone numbers
Embassy of Peru in Moscow: Smolensky Boulevard, 22/14, off. eleven; tel .: (499) 248-07-49, 248-77-38, fax: (499) 248-00-72, website
Russian Embassy in Lima: Avenida Salaverry, 3424, San Isidro; tel .: (1) 264-00-36, 264-00-38, 264-11-70; website
Reference information for Lima International Airport: (1) 575-17-12 (round the clock)
Rescue Service and Emergency Services: 105, police: 714-313 (Lima)
Transport Peru
From - the complexity of the country's relief can reach many of its regions only by airplane. Several local airlines serve most of the cities of Peru, and also make regular flights to neighboring countries.
Buses are cheap and quite convenient transportation for long distance travel. The ticket for long-distance flights can be purchased at bus stations and at local travel agencies, but in the latter prices can be greatly overstated.
When traveling long distance you should have a passport with you, because there are police stations on the roads where you need to show it. Tariffs, as a rule, are unified and depend on distance. The ticket for intercity flights can be purchased both at bus stations and at local travel agencies, but in recent prices can be heavily inflated.
Trips on city buses are a dubious pleasure: they are always crowded, sluggish, but cheap . The itinerary is indicated on the poster under the windshield in the form of the street names that this car follows, but the conductors on the whole route, as a rule, also shout out the destination, leaning out the window . You can stop the bus anywhere . In addition, the most loaded march Utama ply taxis "kombis" fare in them is slightly higher than in conventional buses, but the comfort level is much higher .
The main (and practically the only) transport in the Selva area is canoe boats and motor boats.
The railway is the cheapest kind of long-distance transport in the country, so the cars are usually crowded, and the schedule is rarely observed. Special tourist trains run daily on the routes of Cuzco - Machu Picchu and Ollantaytambo - Machu Picchu. It is better to buy tickets to the car no less than the second or first class
- To get to the annual October religious festival - El Senor de los Milagros, taking place in the main square of Lima Plaza de armas.
- Look inside Alagi's House (Casa de Aliaga) in Lima, the oldest house of the colonial era, within the walls of which Ayaagi's descendants are still living in the 16th generation, so you can inspect the house for 30 salts if you agree with the owners.
- Personally visit a meeting with a local shaman in the jungle that will dedicate you to the ayahuasca ritual, sniff a bottle of magical liquid, and at the same time replenish the first aid kit with the famous "7 roots" remedy for all diseases
- Take a walk along the Olive grove in the San Isidro area, where about 1500 trees grow.
- Visit the only beach in Peru with red sand , which is located in Paracas National Park.
A car rent
Rent a car can be in the offices of major rental offices, which are located at the airport (some work around the clock). To do this, you need an international driver's license, a credit card or a deposit, a paid insurance, and at least 25 years of life on the shoulders.
The safety of tourists in Peru
Tourists in Peru should be extremely careful not to fall victim to pocket thieves - especially at train stations, in trains and public transport. Do not carry large sums of money with you, and also leave personal belongings unattended. In the hotel, all valuables should be stored in a safe. On the streets, tourists can be bothered by all kinds of beggars and peddlers, who are strictly not advised to buy anything.
Only bottled water and pasteurized milk should be drunk in the country, and you should not buy food on the street or in cheap institutions.
Before going to the pool Amazon should be vaccinated against yellow fever (at least 10 days before the trip), take care of the tablets from malaria, repellents and sunscreens. There is a risk of contracting hepatitis B and D.
Prior to visiting high altitude sites, you should undergo gradual acclimatization at lower altitudes. It is facilitated by the refusal of coffee, cigarettes and alcohol, light food, and the use of tea from coca leaves.
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Climate Peru
Climate conditions vary greatly in different regions of the country . On the coast the winter lasts from June to September, the temperature during the year is kept within +16 . + 25 ° С at very low humidity . In mountainous areas, at heights up to 3,500 m, the climate is temperate, the temperature in winter (June-October) +4 . + 6 ° С, in summer - up to + 16 . + 17 ° С, and in the valleys - up to +24 ° C . The zone "pune" ("cold place") begins where the mountain climate is pronounced: the winter temperature is from 0 to -7 ° C, in the summer +3 . + 7 ° C with a strong air discharge and re (day can reach +22 . + 28 ° C, at night - up to -12 ° C) . Mountain peaks all year round are covered with snow and glaciers .
East and North The eastern part of the country is very different in weather conditions from the center and west: on the Plains of Selva, the average monthly temperature ranges from +18 to +27 ° C, in winter - from +16 to +26 ° C. There are two seasons in the country - dry (May-October) and wet (November-April).
The best time to visit the mountain regions and Selva is June-August, the coast-December-March. Actual information: weather forecast for the main resorts of Peru for the coming days.
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Peru hotels
The general level of Peru's hotel base is quite high and meets world standards. Even "three-star" hotels are distinguished by spacious rooms and decent food.
The voltage in the electric network is 220 V, 60 Hz, in some hotels the voltage is 110 V. The outlets are flat with two pins, but round two-pin connectors are also found everywhere. In lodges located in the jungles of the Amazon, electricity is usually served until 22:00, later they are lit with kerosene lamps
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Money
Money can be exchanged at exchange offices ("casas de cambio "), Hotels (not always profitable, as a large commission is charged) and banks. It is best to carry US dollars with you, as the currency of other countries can often be exchanged only in the major banks of the capital. The exchange of old and shabby notes can be difficult.
Banks are open Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 17:00, and on Saturdays from 9:00 to 13:00. In the province, some banks can work on an individual schedule.
Credit cards and traveler's checks (better in US dollars) can only be serviced in the capital and large tourist centers: they are practically impossible to pay for in the provinces.
Tipping in bars, restaurants and hotels (usually 10% of the order amount) are already included in the bill. In addition, in restaurants and high-class hotels, various taxes are added to the account, which in total can amount to 28%. Taxi tip is optional, guides are allowed to leave "for tea" 3-5 USD per day
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Shopping and shops
Most of the shops and shopping centers are open from 9:00 to 20:00 seven days a week. Some supermarkets in the capital are open until 22:00 or work around the clock. In small towns shops operate on their schedule. In local markets you should always bargain.
From Peru jewelry is usually imported from gold, silver and copper, pullovers and other products made from alpaca wool, wall carpets made from wool of lamas, traditional products with carvings on wood or stone, souvenirs from dried pumpkins, pottery, furs, musical instruments and leather drums. In local markets, you can and should bargain.
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Cuisine and restaurants of Peru
On the national The cuisine of Peru was strongly influenced by European traditions, but it remained very diverse and distinctive. Culinary traditions vary in different parts of the country, but the generality is the abundance of pepper, garlic, potatoes, yams (type of root vegetable), corn and vegetables.
Meat is almost for everyone, from beef and mutton to guinea pigs, the only exception - similar to Llamas alpacas, which are bred only for wool
At the seaside and in the Amazon valley, the fish and seafood "steer" . The popular local dish is fresh fish, thoroughly marinated in lemon juice with spices . As for the dishes from potatoes They are popular in Peru e - this is ordinary boiled potatoes with sauce, and pancakes stuffed with meat filling "daddy rellen", and "causa" - a layered pie from mashed potatoes and spicy salad with chicken or tuna . In addition, the visiting card of the local cuisine is the variety of fruits - it's the usual oranges, papayas, peaches and bananas, and exotic things like cherimoya, lukumy or prickly pears .
In the country it is worth trying "saltado" - a stew from vegetables with various seasonings, rice in a pot "in Peruvian", soups made of lentils, beans and other legumes, "arros-choclo" - porridge of rice or cereals, "carapulcour" - dried potatoes with pork, chicken and sunflower seeds . And also a very sharp "soup-a-la-creole" from beef with noodles, eggs, milk and vegetables, assorted from different types of meat "pachamanka" (roasted in a sealed container on the hot ), steaks from alpaca "Puno" meat and traditional local delicacy "kui" - stewed or roasted whole guinea pig, a very tasty dish that should definitely try "sevice" - it's a special image of pickled fish or seafood .
Fish and seafood are widely used on the coast and in the Amazon valley. In addition, a variety of fruits is considered as the visiting card of the local cuisine - these are the oranges, papaya, peaches, bananas, and more exotic options - chirimoy, lukuma, tuna.
From national drinks it is possible to distinguish pisco - distilled grape alcohol , from which Pisco Sour is made here. Also in Peru there are many different juices, herbal teas, and, of course, coffee. It is worth trying "chichu morada" - a refreshing drink cooked from corn kernels with added sugar and spices
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Entertainment, excursions and sights Peru
Sights of Peru can be conditionally divided into two categories: the heritage of ancient civilizations (known and unknown) and natural beauties carefully preserved in the national parks
Pisak is a city and ancient fortress of the Incas, located 33 km from Cuzco in the Sacred Valley of the Incas near the Urub River ILL. In the vicinity of Pisak you can visit the ruins of an ancient fortification, which protected the entrance to the river valley. Besides, in the Sacred Valley, the city-pyramid Ollantaytambo and the village of Chinchero are interesting.
Nazca desert, one of the tourist "pearls" of the country, is located in the south of Peru between the rivers Ingenio and Nazca . It is almost a square stone plateau, speckled visible only from the air mysterious drawings of enormous dimensions and made with one continuous line carved into stone . Figures depict human figures, as well as birds and animals, many of which, strangely enough, in the Naski area are not found . It is assumed that date Creating these "megarisunkov" - 350-700 years BC . . e Also in this region is interesting necropolis Chowchilla (1 century AD . . e)
Arequipa - the most beautiful city in the country, located in the south of Peru at an altitude of 2335 meters above sea level. The main attractions are the Convento de Santa Catalina convent, the cathedral, the Jesuit church of La Campana, the central square of the Plaza de Armas, the former mint of Casa de la Moneda, the Casa Moral mansion. A unique natural object is located 180 km from Arequipa - the Kolka Canyon, which is considered to be the deepest in the world.
Costa - the Pacific coast of the country. There you can visit the Paracas national marine reserve, the sand dunes of Wakachina, the oases around the Iki capital of winemakers, the Huaskaran national park and the Wailas valley, the ancient clay city of Chan-Chan and the pre-Indian cities of Sipan and Tukume
Trujillo - the capital of Costa, XVI century and preserved to this day the style of the colonial era. It is worth seeing the main square of the city of Plaza de Armas, the town hall, the Bishop's Palace, the cathedral, the Cassinielli Archaeological Museum and Museum, the art gallery in the Casa Ganos building, and numerous monasteries. In the vicinity of Trujillo, too, many interesting things are the ruins of ancient cities, and temples-fortresses, and the ecological reserve in Batan-Grande.
Selva is the eastern part of the country. The main thing that attracts tourists here is a unique flora and fauna: in the jungle grow redwood, rubber, sarsaparilla, vanilla and a lot of exotic tropical flowers. On the Amazon you can watch the pink dolphins, caimans and other reptiles, many endemic birds. In addition, there live purebred Indian tribes, and in the jungle, many monuments of ancient cultures are lost.
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