Peru - a sight to see!

Peru

Machu Picchu

Introduction:

Peru is home to the Amazon rainforest and Machu Picchu. The countries filled with archaeological sites and it's capital Lima holds important collections of pre-Columbian art.


Things to Do and Places to Visit:

Machu Picchu

A visit to this amazing place is a must for all visitors! This beautiful place holds immense history and still manages to hold it's beauty many years on!


Islas Uros:

This unique floating island is a must see for all visitors! It has been created entirely with the buoyant totora reeds that grow abundantly in the shallows of the lake.

Islas Uros

Places to Eat and What to Try:

Isolina Taberna Peruana:

This restaurant offers rich and authentic food. It's been rated 4.6 from all locals and visitors making it an amazing quiet and cosy restaurant that everyone should visit!


Food to Try:

Ceviche:
This dish of raw fish marinated in lime juice is a popular local food. The best place to try this would be in Lima as it is close to the ocean!

Ceviche

Things to Look out For:


Safety: Exercise a high degree of caution in Peru because of the significant levels of serious crime. Pay close attention to your personal security at all times, and monitor the media and other sources about possible new security risks.

The Place to Stay:


Palacio dek Inka: This is a luxury collection hotel located very central to everything with easy access. The hotel has everything to offer from pools to spas!

Airfare:


Flight to Lima from Sydney for one adult as of 15th October is around $2100 with LATAM Airlines.


Overall Opinion:


Peru is an amazing place with lots to offer! However, it's not a suitable destination for everything, caution and a decent fitness level is needed when travelling to this country.

Overall rating: 4/5




(all info sourced from:

https://www.whereverwriter.com/typical-foods-in-peru/https://www.huffingtonpost.com/cultureist/5-of-the-best-places-to-s_b_5378616.html

http://smartraveller.gov.au/Countries/americas/south/Pages/peru.aspx

https://www.lonelyplanet.com/peru

-Ranuli Athauda