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Peru, or the Republic of Peru, is a country situated on the Pacific Coast of South America, bordering Columbia and Ecuador in the north, Brazil to the east and Bolivia and Chile to the south.
The capital of Peru is Lima, and the coutnry's population hovers around the 30 million mark. Peru is an attractive tourist destination as a result of it's beautiful beaches, Inca monuments, jungles, mountain ranges and unique culture. Achieving it's independence from Spain in 1821, Peru is currently enjoys a presidential democracy, and is formed by 24 administrative regions.
The Pacific coast of Peru is perfect for windsurfing and kitesurfing enthusiasts, whereas in the interior part of the country there are plenty of locations where one can find excellent hiking and mountaineering routes along the Andes mountain range. In the north of Peru there are also several stunning beach resorts such as Mancora Beach or Punta Sal Beach, both relatively close to the town of Tumbes.
Its also worth mentioning Peru's monuments, especially given that the country is home to one of the seven wonders of the world! Peru, essentially, offers the tourist a fantastic cultural experience...with mixtures of the Inca and Andes traditions and monuments giving Peru a diverse and unique cultural flavour. Machu Picchu alone counts for millions of vists each year, with its mysterious and magical setting generating huge touristic interest in the country.
Peru also draws wide acclaim across the globe for its fantastic cuisine, with many regarding the country to be home to one of the finest in the world.
So come and see Peru for yourself! Find your hotel, hostel, holiday apartment or chalet here at Costasur.com! |
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