Peru has many interesting tourist attractions, including Machu Picchu, the Nazca Lines, the Inca Trail, and the Museum of the Nation. These sites are a must-see for any Peru tourist. These places will captivate you with the history, culture, and traditions of Peru. But there are many more attractions you can see while in Peru, including the stunning views of the Andes.
Nazca Lines
Many researchers have explored the mystery surrounding the Nazca Lines in Peru. Many conspiracy theories have been put forth to explain the mysterious lines. In fact, no one knows how these lines were built, but they’re believed to have been created from an altitude above the earth’s surface.
Nazca Lines are a series of geoglyphs located on a hillside in southern Peru. They dated from around 500 BC and were created by Nazca and Paracas people. The windless climate in this region protects the drawings from the elements. The purpose of these drawings is unknown, but they have lasted for centuries.
Inca Trail
One of the top tourist attractions in Peru is the Inca Trail. The route begins in Cusco and goes as far north as Iquitos, a town that has become an important gateway to the Amazon. Its highlights include the open-air market and Quistococha, an ongoing archaeological dig. In addition, the city is located in the Amazon Basin and is only accessible by river and air.
If you are planning to hike the Inca Trail, the first stop is the ancient Ollantaytambo, the largest mud city in the world. It was built around 850 AD by the Mochica culture and is located just north of modern Trujillo. The site was once home to 60,000 people, but its walls were destroyed due to extreme rains and high tides. Today, you can still see the bases of the ruins.
Museum of the Nation
The Museum of the Nation is one of Lima’s most famous attractions. Its main objective is to educate visitors about Peruvian history. The museum has original areas, such as cells for detainees awaiting trial and artifacts used to extract confessions. The museum also offers a tour in English and Spanish.
Located in Lima’s Pueblo Libre district, the Museum of the Nation (MALI) contains over a million artifacts spanning more than 3,000 years of Peruvian history. The museum also houses the largest collection of pre-Columbian human remains in Peru.
Government Palace
Located in the heart of Lima, the Government Palace is a historical site and one of the country’s top Peru Tourist Attractions. This grand building was once used as the Peruvian Presidential Office. In addition, this historic building houses the legacy of all Peruvian heads of state. Completed in 1938, the magnificent rooms inside are a sight to behold.
The Changing of the Guard ceremony takes place daily at noon and is a must-see experience in Lima. The ceremony is accompanied by music. The Regiment of Guards performs ceremonial public duties and represents the National Police and Armed Forces of Peru. The Palace is also secured by the State Security Directorate, the Presidential Security Division, and the Civil Disturbance Directorate. The “Mariscal Domingo Nieto” Cavalry Regiment Escort is the ceremonial guard of the Palace and has served since 1904.