Things to do in Peru

Machu Picchu boasts 140 structures, including temples, sanctuaries, parks, and residences, as well as over 100 stairways, numerous fountains, and a comprehensive water system. Abandoned during the Spanish invasion and the fall of the Inca Empire in the 16th century, Machu Picchu was discovered by Yale University professor Hiram Bingham in 1911. The ruins consist of two main areas: an urban area and an agricultural area, separated by a stone wall. Beyond the wall lie terraced agricultural areas, divided into high and low terraces depending on the terrain. The urban area is divided into three zones: the sacred area, the area for priests and nobles, and the southern area for commoners.

You need to take a boat out to visit the Bird Island. This is a real Bird Island. The residents on it are birds. It is said that the Peruvians in the past used the guano on the Bird Island as fertilizer for farming.

The Temple of the Sun is one of the most important attractions in Cusco. It was the capital of the ancient Inca Empire, so you can imagine the importance and scale of the Temple of the Sun. The Temple of the Sun is well preserved and gives modern people too much to think about.

Peru is a country in South America, located on the Pacific coast, adjacent to Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Bolivia, and Chile. It is rich in cultural heritage and natural landscapes, one of the most famous attractions being Rainbow Mountain. Rainbow Mountain is located in the Andes Mountains in southern Peru. It is 5,200 meters high and is famous for its colorful mountains. This peculiar landscape was formed due to the movement of the earth's crust caused by the minerals and mud in the mountain. Rainbow Mountain's name comes from its unique color. There are many different color bands on the mountain, including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, etc. The best tourist season is from June to August every year, because the weather is sunny at this time and the colors on the mountains are the most vivid. In addition to Rainbow Mountain, Peru has many other attractions worth visiting, such as the ancient city of Machu Picchu, the Nazca Lines, the Amazon Rainforest, and more.

According to user reviews of those who have visited the Nazca Lines, the best experience is a 30-35 minute flight; for those on a limited budget, the observation tower on the Panamericana Wall is a quick and inexpensive option. Viewing from both the ground and the air is recommended to fully grasp the scale and mystery of the lines. --- ✈️ Flight Experience - Duration: 30-35 minutes (from Nazca), 1 hour 35 minutes (from Pisco/Paracas). - Price: From Nazca, approximately 85-120 USD per person + airport tax (~S/30) + tourist ticket (S/47). From Pisco, 280-380 USD. - Figures you will see: Monkey, Hummingbird, Spider, Condor, Astronaut, Tree, Hands. - Advantages: Opportunity to grasp the full scale and geometry of the lines. Ideal for photography. - Cons: Sharp turns in small planes can upset the stomach; morning hours are quieter. --- 🗼 Observation Tower (Mirador) - Location: On the Panamericana Wall, 20 km north of Nazca. - Height: 13 m (43 ft). - Price: S/3–S/7 entrance fee. - Figures you will see: Tree, Hands, part of the Lizard. - Pros: Cheap, fast, suitable for those with a fear of flying. - Cons: Shows only a small part of the lines. --- 🏛️ Museums and Extra Points of Interest - Antonini Museum (in Nazca city): Presents the historical and archaeological context of the lines. - Casa Museo María Reiche (on the road to Nazca): The house of the scientist who dedicated her life to the study of the lines. - Palpa Tower and natural hills: Opportunity to see older Paracas period figures.

The Urubama River Valley is a very grand site. It was the agricultural center of the ancient Inca Empire. As for the site similar to terraced fields, it is still seen in the valley. The area is very large and the surrounding scenery is beautiful. It is a very important part of the ancient Inca Empire.

These are salt pans located in a valley in the high Andes Mountains. Numerous pools of pure white salt line the landscape, creating a beautiful sight. The entrance fee is 20 soles. It appears to be a solar salt pan where salt is still produced. They were selling salt at the shop, but I forgot to buy any later.

One thing that you have to say about LIMA is it has some of the most beautiful buildings that I have ever seen. there is a large police presents so you feel very safe providing that you stay in all the tourist in busy areas of the city. I would definitely say LIMA is worth a visit if you are coming to South America

Sacsayhuamán is a small Inca site on the Inca Trail near Cusco. The building's foundation is constructed from hundreds of massive stones weighing thousands of tons, a laborious undertaking that would have been unimaginable at the time. While the site is small, its strategic location on the Inca Trail must have held special significance.

The Titicaca Lake on the Copacabana side is quieter and less commercialized than the Puno side. However, the weather was not very good during the two nights we stayed in Copacabana, so we did not take a boat tour of the lake. It was still beautiful to watch from the shore, but the wind was a bit strong.