In Lonely Planet’s “Best in Travel 2019” list, there were 4 destinations in South America.
Among them, northern Peru was included. Now is the best season for travel in South America as spring and summer are changing. It’s time to visit this passionate land.
Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary
Machu Picchu, which was included in the World Heritage List in 1983, is located in the cloud forest of the Vilcabamba mountain range.
The nearby neat terraces highlight the harmony between humans and nature. The most famous is the Temple of the Sun, where a ceremony is held every year during the winter solstice.
Colca Valley and Canyon
Combining nature, history and adventure, there are plenty of exciting outdoor sports such as canoeing, climbing, cycling, hiking and horseback riding. In the towns along the Grand Canyon, there are also straw-roofed stone houses and Baroque-style churches.
Manu National Park
Houses thousands of “real” species of flora and fauna! Because of its high biodiversity, it was also declared a World Natural Heritage Site in 1987, so if you are interested in natural species, you will be spoilt for choice.
Lima
As the capital of Peru, Lima’s colonial European architecture and coastal scenery, ancient ruins and emerging art are all distinctive features.
It’s also a food paradise, with two of the top 2018 of the 50 “World’s 10 Best Restaurants” in Lima!
Northern Peru in northern Peru
Northern Peru, recommended by LP lists, with its ancient culture and wild landscapes of the American continent, is fast becoming one of the emerging travel destinations in South America in recent years.
The number of flights from the capital Lima to northern Peru is also increasing, and it is believed that it will become the new favorite of more travelers in 2019~~
Features: monuments, mountains, grasslands, bird watching
For example, it is now easier to take a cable car directly to Kuélap and visit the mysterious old castle ruins.
Then to the classical colonial town of Cajamarca to see its weather-beaten cobbled streets and cathedrals. You can also visit the many birdwatching spots along the Andes Mountains and encounter the wonders of the flock of birds.