Peru

Peru is strategically located in the central region of South America. Ecuador and Colombia border it on the north, Brazil and Bolivia are on the east, Chile lies on the south and the Pacific Ocean gives shape to the coastline on the west.

Peru is a land enshrouded in a mantle of myth and legend, born from volcano and water, from clouds, desert and jungle. Poets refer to the sacredness of Peru, calling it the son of the Birds and the Sun, the beautiful gift of the topics and the Andes. The Amazon was the Paradise of the Earth for the first colonists, and so it remains for lovers of ecology and nature today.

Peru is very rich in its archeological monuments belonging to great pre-Inca civilizations dating back several millenniums before Christ. Engineering was developed during that time, utilizing fascinating techniques to challenge the hostile world of nature. Social organization and the development of medicine, agriculture, and the textile and metallurgical industries are only some of the other achievements of that era that make Peru an exquisite place to visit and admire.

Lima.-

Lima, the Capital del Peru, the "City of Kings," was inhabited for many centuries before the arrival of the Spaniards. Evidence of this is found in temples scattered all over the valley surrounding the original city. Now growth of the city has left them submerged in its interior, most especially the Temple of Pachacamac. Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro on January 18, 1535. Its numerous museums, churches and colossal houses and buildings dating from colonial times and its other tourist attractions make this beautiful city called the "Garden City" an extremely interesting place to visit.

Cuzco.- Cuzco, the capital of the Incan empire, is also known as the "Archeological Capital of America and the Cultural Patrimony of Humanity." This important religious, cultural, administrative and military center is situated 3,350 meters above sea level. Stone constructions dating back to the Inca era lend a special kind of color and form to its streets, while at the same time, colonial structures built over the Inca walls can be observed. The best example of this is the Santo Domingo church build over the "Korinchacha," the Temple of the Sun. Cuzco is the point of departure for a visit to Macchu Picchu. Cuzco is a city that invites its visitors to take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the red tile roofs, narrow side streets, diverse crafts and folklore. Your visit will be an unforgettable experience.

Machu Picchu.

This majestic archeological complex considered the eighth wonder of the world is simply a jewel of Inca architecture. It is the expression of man's work in harmony with his environment. The fortress is situated atop a narrow mountain peak overlooking a turbulent river and is surrounded by the intense greenness of a flange of jungle mountains where ecological stages are easily observed in the midst of its diversity of flora and fauna. This complex, located three and a half hours from Cuzco, was discovered in 1911. A visit to the site will bring with it appreciation for the beauty and magic of the best example of Inca city planning.