Peru travel guide

Peru (Perú, Piruw, Piruw), officially the Republic of Peru (re'pu.βli.ka del pe'ɾu), is a country in western South America. It is bordered on the north by Ecuador and Colombia, on the east by Brazil, on the southeast by Bolivia, on the south by Chile, and on the west by the Pacific Ocean.
Peruvian territory was home to the Norte Chico civilization, one of the oldest in the world, and to the Inca Empire, the largest state in Pre-Columbian America. The Spanish Empire conquered the country in the 16th century and established a Viceroyalty, which included most of its South American colonies. After achieving independence in 1821, Peru has undergone periods of political unrest and fiscal crisis as well as periods of stability and economic upswing.
Peru is a presidential representative democratic republic divided into 25 regions. Its geography varies from the arid plains of the Pacific coast to the peaks of the Andes mountains and the tropical forests of the Amazon Basin. It is a developing country with a medium Human Development Index score and a poverty level around 50%. Its main economic activities include agriculture, fishing, mining, and manufacturing of products such as textiles.
The Peruvian population, estimated at 28 million, is multiethnic, including Amerindians, Europeans, Africans and Asians. The main spoken language is Spanish, although a significant number of Peruvians speak Quechua and other native languages. This mixture of cultural traditions has resulted in a wide diversity of expressions in fields such as art, cuisine, literature, and music. (...)

Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay of up to 90 days, extendible after arrival. Tourists need onward/return ticket. Business visa requires 1 application form, 1 photo, company letter stating purpose of trip, and $27 fee. For further information, contact the Consulate General of Peru, 1625 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Suite 605, Washington, DC 20036 (202/462-1084) or nearest Consulate: CA (213/252-5910 and 415/362-5185), FL (305/374-1305), IL (312/853-6174), NY (212/481-7410), or TX (713/355-9438). Mention tripwolf when you contact American Passport following the link below to ensure eligibility for special rates and services.