Four destinations from Peru ideals to escape Holy Week

Four destinations from Peru ideals to escape Holy Week

The holidays per Holy Weekand it is a great opportunity to discover new destinations and travel experiences in Peruwho is ready to receive travelers who wish to enjoy their multiple attractions.

Next, some Peruvian regions are presented in which you can see cultural and natural treasures, live moments of relaxation and also of great adrenaline, and delight the senses with exquisite flavors.

Lima and his fascinating tourist attractions

Lime It is a complete destination, because it has different attractions and experiences that invite you to discover your charms. Nothing like traveling on foot or by bicycle the exclusive districts of Miraflores and Barranco, observe the sea from its extensive boardwalks, enjoy a picnic afternoon in its captivating parks, eat a delicious ceviche or drink a pisco sour in one of its restaurants and bars with terrace and captivating views. Its historic center is another of its attractions, whose colonial architecture can be seen in its streets, houses, squares and churches.

Peru Lima Tourism

In addition, the capital of Peru stands out for its gastronomy recognized worldwide, as it brings together a wide variety of iconic dishes of all regions of Peru. Some of the preferred dishes are the ceviche, the cause and the skatebox, which are offered in various places such as hotels, restaurants and even markets. Lima also houses the best restaurants in the world, such as Central, Maido, Kjolle and Mayta, which offer unique culinary experiences.

Incomparable Ica: Beach, Desert and an Oasis

Four hours south of Lima, is Ica, a fascinating region with multiple attractions that are reached by the South Pan -American Highway. There is the Paracas National Reserve, a destination that has beautiful beaches such as Leaf, famous for its turquoise waters, and Yumaque, which is gaining growing notoriety among bathers. Its beaches are ideal for rest or to practice various nautical sports. Paracas also has luxury hotels with pools, spas and exclusive services.

Another of its attractions are Nasca lineshuge geoglyphs visible only from heaven, which immerse visitors in an ancient mystery. While its Ballestas Islands, surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, serve as a refuge to Humboldt penguins, sea lions and various birds, which give an unique natural show.

Nasca lines: an attraction that attracts 257,000 people every year

The Huacachina Oasis is another fabulous place in Ica in which sand dunes surround a lagoon, creating a very attractive and exotic landscape. It is also recommended to visit its lovely vineyards and wineries, well known in the region.

Moche Route: An unmatched cultural journey

This route, which is carried out in the Peruvian regions of Lambayeque and La Libertad, north of Lime, allows to know pre -Columbian cultures Moche, Chimú and Sicánthe most important in this area of ​​the country. Through it the traveler can visit his impressive archaeological areas and museums, as well as admire the beautiful landscapes of the Peruvian coast that surrounds them.

Through the Moche route you can travel Chan Chan, the pre -Hispanic city of most extensive mud in America, declared Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. In addition, it allows to know the legacy of the enigmatic lady of Cao, which would have ruled the Mochica people 1700 years ago, and whose remains and fine ornaments are exhibited in the CAO Museum. Also part of this route is the Royal Tombs Museum of Sipán and the Huaca Rajada – Sipán Museum, where the majestic tomb of the Lord of Sipán was found, an archaeological discovery that meant a transcendental milestone in world archeology.

This trip can be used to know its beaches such as Huanchaco, in Trujillo (La Libertad) and Pimentel, in Chiclayo (Lambayeque), and to test its exquisite gastronomy with dishes such as rice with duck, stripe tortilla and ceviche with choclo pancakes.

Cusco’s eternal magic

Cusco It is one of the most fascinating destinations that Peru has and, currently, is one of the most visited Peruvian regions by Argentines. This is because this region has endless tourist attractions such as the historical sanctuary of Machupicchu, Saqsaywaman and Ollantaytambo, important archaeological complexes that impress through its monumental architecture and splendorous landscapes.

Peru City of Cusco Machupicchu.jpg

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The Sacred Valley is another attraction of Cusco, a lovely place surrounded by mountains and huge fields in which you can visit archaeological sites such as Moray and the Salatras de Maras. In addition, it is the ideal place to practice adventure sports or to stay in fabulous hotels that offer wellness or well -being experiences.

Cusco also has a beautiful city with an architecture and streets full of history. The Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, the Qorikancha Temple and the San Blas neighborhood stand out.

How to get to Peru

Currently, from Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Córdoba, Salta and Rosario you can take flights to Lima, and from the Peruvian capital you can take an air route to Cusco and Trujillo, capital of La Libertad. Meanwhile, Ica is reached by the South Pan -American Highway from Lima.

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